A Panic Attack Can Destroy Your Career

Irrational fears left to themselves seem to take on a life of their own. There are many of us suffering from various forms of mental anxiety disorders that received little help and just take life on a day-to-day basis. Although many people have claimed a cure for panic attacks and other anxiety disorders, I suspect that the best we can truly hope for is general control of the symptoms.

Like depression, and most anxiety disorders, the severity of panic attacks is different for everyone. While some people become so distraught that they are unable to function, one of the most recognized and most diagnosed anxiety conditions is that of agoraphobia.

Literally, agoraphobia means fear of the marketplace. We're talking about being afraid to venture out into public, which in turn severely limits someone's life. Imagine not being able to walk the dog in your own neighborhood for fear that a neighbor may pass by and you will need to interact with them. The inability due to fear of a panic attack may limit a person with agoraphobia to the point where their career, if they have one, can be compromised.

Less severe cases of agoraphobia have been known to limit careers in the business world. This is because a person may be so terrified of public speaking that they are unable to attend business meetings are give even basic presentations in front of colleagues.

The fear of public speaking is very real and affects many people. This is a form of agoraphobia, and depending on the severity, and limit people in their careers. Imagine not being able to attend business meetings for fear of having to offer your ideas which may be analyzed and criticized by others.

This fear of public speaking can be so great that some are unable to deliver even a basic business presentation in front of colleagues.

This inability to present your ideas can have serious implications for your career long term. It's no secret that promotions and moving up the ladder involves a constant effort to be seen by supervisors and executives. The best opportunity to be seen however is in the public presentation of your ideas and completed work reports. Without this visibility, you can expect fewer promotions, no matter how competent your efforts or good your work.

Panic attacks are described by many as a feeling of being out of control. They typically come on without warning, and can last anywhere from several seconds to as long as 10 minutes. A severe panic attack with a can even be a series of attacks. This can place a person in a heightened agitated state, then subside only to again return to that heightened state. This type of attack is not only exhausting physically but also mentally.

While people claim that there is little a person can do when panic attack symptoms strike, panic and anxiety has been successfully treated with anti-anxiety medications and psychological counseling. With the help of a qualified psychological counselor, strategies can be developed to minimize the effects of a panic attack.

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