Different Types of Anxiety Attacks

Hey everyone - first off, I'm new to the forum, so hello.

about me, I am 24 y/o male and have been having panic and anxiety symptoms since I was 20.

Does anybody have different types of panic attacks?

For example, sometimes I will have a typical panic attack, breathing fast, terror, heart pounding etc. But other times (and typically at night) I will get a different kind of panic attack - a more feeling detached, really fast heartbeat, but completely spacing out and feeling like I'm losing it. This usually only happens when I try to relax.

Does this happen to anyone else and does this sound like anxiety or something different?

Thanks so much

Hi and welcome mgfjm! I am sorry that you are suffering panic attacks, but you have found a great place for information and support here:)

When I was having panic attacks, I could have completely different experiences from one episode to the next. Really, my p/a's were like snowflakes...no two were alike.

I think that symptoms vary, not only from person to person, but from attack to attack! That is what makes it so hard to accept. Most people have a hard time dealing with symptoms that can morph so quickly...and end up trying to find another cause for what they're feeling.

What have you tried as far as recovery? If you feel like sharing a little more that would be great, then we can recommend some ideas for relief if you are open to that:)

Take care, and post anytime!
Scaredy Cat