When it comes to mental health, the first and foremost thing is to identify the psychological condition of your client. An accurate diagnosis is vital for effective treatment. One of the most common confusion is between anxiety attacks and panic attacks.

Here are the particular symptoms you should know about the two most common mental disorders prevalent in our society:

SYMPTOMS OF PANIC ATTACK

A panic attack usually has the following symptoms:

• Sense of impending doom or danger
• Fear of loss of control or death
• Rapid, pounding heart rate
• Sweating
• Trembling or shaking
• Shortness of breath or tightness in your throat
• Chills
• Hot flashes
• Nausea
• Abdominal cramping
• Chest pain
• Headache
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, or blacking out
• Numbness or tingling sensation
• Feeling of unreality or detachment

SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY ATTACK

Sometimes, an anxiety attack preludes to a panic attack. Anxiety attack has the following signs:

• Restlessness, feeling wound-up or on edge
• Being easily fatigued
• Difficulty concentrating or having your mind go blank
• Irritability
• Physical symptoms such as muscle tension
• Uncontrollable worrisome
• Sleep-related issues