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About Panic Disorder: Panic Disorder and Your Lifestyle

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From Katharina Star, Ph.D., your Guide to Panic Disorder

By now we have all heard about how proper nutrition and regular exercise can improve our health and welling. However, did you know that these factors can also influence your panic disorder and anxiety symptoms? Your diet, activity level, amount of sleep, time spent relaxing and unwinding, and other lifestyle choices, can all have an affect on your symptoms. This week, find out how your lifestyle is contributing to your symptoms and determine what small changes you can begin to make in order to better cope with panic disorder.    


How Lifestyle Choices Affect Anxiety

Our lifestyle choices include the decisions we make about our eating, exercising, relaxing, and sleeping. For instance, too much unmanaged stress, lack of sleep, and poor nutrition can make you feel anxious, depressed, and fatigued. Fortunately, you can make little adjustments throughout your day that will have larger results on your overall life. Here you will find an overview of how lifestyle choices can impact anxiety and simple ways to improve your lifestyle. 


Can Diet Contribute to Panic Attacks?

There are certain foods and substances that may be contributing to your panic disorder symptoms. For example, many people enjoy starting their day with a cup of coffee, but too much caffeine may trigger panic attacks. Find out if you are consuming anything that may be aggravating your panic and anxiety symptoms. 


Physical Exercise for Panic Disorder and Anxiety

Research has found that participating in a regular physical fitness routine can help alleviate many of the symptoms of anxiety and panic disorder. Exercise has been shown to help reduce bodily tightness and tensions, fight off feelings of nervousness and stress, and potentially decrease the frequency and intensity of panic attacks. Here you will find more information on the benefits of physical exercise for panic disorder and ways to get started with a basic exercise regimen.  


Yoga for Panic Disorder

Yoga is in part a form of exercise, but it also encompasses aspects of relaxation and mindfulness. Some of the common benefits of yoga include reduced physical and mental stress, enhanced self-awareness, and increased energy. Yoga may also alleviate anxiety-related muscle tension and help you better cope with nervousness and worry. Learn more about how yoga can become a part of your lifestyle to manage panic disorder and anxiety. 



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