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Where does the word “panic” come from?
The correct answer is "The Greek god Pan"
Which of these symptoms can most likely be brought on by panic attacks?
The correct answer is "Raised heartbeat and heightened anxiety"
What’s the name of the particular response a panic attack evokes?
The correct answer is "Fight-or-flight"
Panic attacks can leave you disoriented because:
The correct answer is "You take in less oxygen"
What part of the brain shuts down non-essential functions during a panic attack?
The correct answer is "The amygdala"
Panic may be defined as:
The correct answer is "A sudden fear producing hysterical or irrational behaviour"
What does sweating do for your body during a panic attack?
The correct answer is "It cools you down"
Which chemical does your body overproduce during a panic attack to get you ready for any ensuing danger
The correct answer is "Adrenalin"
Why can’t you think straight during a panic attack?
The correct answer is "Shallow breathing brings in too little oxygen making you light-headed"