SELF-HELP CHECK LIST

(PANIC DISORDER)

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Does This Sound Like You?

Place an x next to any problems you have had often:

___Do you have sudden bursts of fear for no reason?

___Do you feel awful when they happen?

___Please put a check in the box next to any problems you have during

these sudden bursts of fear.

___I have chest pains or a racing heart.

___I have a hard time breathing.

___I have a choking feeling.

___I feel dizzy.

___I sweat a lot.

___I have stomach problems or feel like I need to throw up.

___I shake, tremble, or tingle.

___I feel out of control.

___I feel unreal.

___I am afraid I am dying or going crazy.

If you put a check in the box next to some of these problems, you may have had a panic episode OR you my have a Panic Disorder. Panic disorder is a real illness that needs to be treated. Get Professional Advice.

Most important: It's not your fault and you don't have to suffer. You can feel better and get your life back on track!

REMEMBER – YOU CAN GET HELP NOW: Get professional advice. Talk with your Chabot College Mental Health Counselor/Intern who is located in the Student Health Center: BLdg. 100, room 120 or contact the counselor at 723-7625 to set up a confidential mental health counseling appointment.

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