How to get rid of the feeling like you're trapped

Question

So i've gone on vacation this summer, we went and stayed at this big house but I stayed in the little cottage. When I was in there I had a feeling come over me (which i've had before) and it's a feeling of being stuck in a place and not being able to get out. Sorta a feeling of dread, being stuck.. even though I could have gotten out and walked around if I wanted to. I've had it when i'm at home in my room too and even if people are there. It's one of the worst feelings I have, worse than just being upset. I don't think it's claustrophobia since you have way worse symptoms but I don't know what it is.

I just want it to go away, does anybody know how to just get over it?

Answer 1

anxiety attack for sure

Answer 2

Sounds like an anxiety attack.....How old are you?

Answer 3

It sounds a lot like a panic attack. I get them too. One tip I was given is slow deep breathing. If they get worse or really unbearable you might want to see a psychiatrist (you can get a referral through your normal doctor) there are medications that can help.

Answer 4

I agree, sounds like an anxiety attack to me. I have a feeling of impending doom when I get them, I feel like I can't breathe (and actually notice that my breathing is shallow) and I feel sort of squashed or squeezed. I don't take meds for it, I use meditation, yoga, and deep breathing techniques until the episode subsides. Deep breaths actually really help me. I sit down in a comfortable spot, close my eyes and let my body go limp, then I take slow deep breaths. Yoga and other forms of exercise have actually helped in decreasing the frequency of anxiety attacks for me.