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Panic Attacks

Heart pounding? Shortness of breath? Feel like you’re going to pass out but don’t know why? Take a deep breath: you could be having a panic attack. Here’s everything you need to know about panic attacks.

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By Toni

Updated on 21-Oct-2020

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