#Manic panic attacks??? Idk (TW depression and stuff)

8 messages · Page 1 of 1 (latest)

reef cairn
#

Honestly, I have no idea what to call what is happening, nor what to call this post.

It was yesterday, pretty late, when I get a pretty mild trauma trigger. Instead of slight discomfort like usual. I just had the weirdest panic attack of my life

It was distressing, yet still euphoric somehow. It was very uncomfortable. I also had this constant feeling of going stereotypically insane with a manic smile. I‘m sure you get what smile I mean.

Not only that, but after 1-5 minutes, the symptoms just… stopped. My mood dropped in the ground, kinda like a depressive phase. A few minutes past, not longer, and another panic attack (or whatever it‘s called) starts. And the cycle repeats

This went on for roughly 1 hour, although there were some side effects hours later. Whilst yesterday was the first time in a while, I am decently certain it‘ll happen today again. Do any of yall have any idea, name, tips, or whatever else of what this is? It‘s making sleep quite more difficult, and I can‘t afford not getting much sleep.

(Also note that I‘m pretty sure we‘re a system, incase related)

north sable
#

I can’t diagnose, but this sounds like a trauma-triggered panic response with adrenaline spikes. Panic attacks can feel really weird sometimes even euphoric or unreal and they can come in waves like that. Grounding techniques like cold water, slow breathing, or naming what’s around you can help in the moment. If it keeps happening or messes with your sleep, it’d be a good idea to talk to a mental health professional.

reef cairn
#

I mean, trying won‘t hurt, but I don‘t know if it‘ll work

north sable
reef cairn
#

Thanks man

north sable
#

No problem. If you need any help or if you need someone to talk to I'll be here for you.

reef cairn
#

Welp… there goes the sh clean streak