Interactive Tool
Panic Attack First Aid
Five short steps for the middle of a panic attack, drawn from CBT for panic disorder: name it, breathe, ground, ride it out, and check again.
Let’s slow this down.
Five short steps, about three to five minutes. Skip any step you like.
A practice and psychoeducation exercise, not a substitute for professional clinical care. If you are in crisis, contact 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or call 911.