Question

Does anyone have any tips for when you have anxiety & panic attacks during classes?

Answer 1

for me, wearing comfortable clothes to school helps because when I have a panic attack, comfort like hoodies really help calm me

I also bring gum, chewing on it, and counting how many times I've chewed helps (this varies depending on your teachers rules)

fidget toys help with people with adhd, but also with ppl with anxiety, so I suggest bringing something small and not too distracting (I dont reccomentmd anything loud, flashy, or anything that could make a mess)

and a breathing exercise I constantly use is "the square breath"

-first, think of a square.

-and start at the top left corner of the square, and breathe in through your nose

-breath in from top left corner to the top right corner

-hold it from the top right corner and go down to the bottom right corner

-slowly breath out from the bottom right corner to the bottom left corner

-and continue breathing out from the bottom left corner to the top left corner

-then, repeat the process as many times you need!

I rlly hope that helps!<3

Answer 2

When you are in the middle of an anxiety attack or a panic attack I recommend breathing slowely and counting back to ten (thinking about comforting songs that are peaceful is always helpful). Reminding yourself that nobody is perfect and that you are loved and important helps as well. Just remember everything is going to be okay.

I hope this helps UwU