Anxiety and Panic Attacks Drogheda

People often use the terms anxiety attack and panic attack as if they mean the same thing, but they’re actually quite different — both in how they start and how they feel.

Anxiety attacks usually build up gradually. They’re often linked to something specific — such as a stressful situation, a worry about the future, or a long period of tension. You might notice your heart racing, muscles tightening, a sense of restlessness, or an uneasy feeling that something isn’t right. It’s unpleasant, but it’s usually tied to ongoing stress or worry, and tends to fade once the situation eases.

Panic attacks, on the other hand, come on suddenly and often without warning. They can feel overwhelming — your heart pounds, breathing becomes fast or shallow, you might feel dizzy, sweaty, or detached from reality. Many people describe it as feeling like they’re losing control or even having a heart attack. The intensity peaks within minutes, but it can leave you shaken long after it passes.

So, while anxiety tends to grow from stress or fear that lingers in the background, panic strikes fast and hard, even when there’s no clear reason.

The good news? Both respond very well to hypnotherapy. By calming the body’s stress response and retraining the mind’s automatic reactions, it’s possible to regain control — and confidence — over both.