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anxiety attack

 

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Noun anxiety attack has 1 sense
  1. anxiety attack - a sudden acute episode of intense anxiety and feelings of panic
    --1 is a kind of
    attack

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Anxiety Attack

Definition:

Anxiety attack refers to a sudden and intense episode of anxiety or panic, characterized by overwhelming fear and distress. It is typically accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, and trembling.

Senses:

1. Mental Health:

In the field of mental health, an anxiety attack is a brief period of intense anxiety, often triggered by specific situations or events. It is a common symptom of anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), or social anxiety disorder.

Example sentence: He experienced an anxiety attack when asked to speak in front of the large audience.

2. Pop Culture (Phrasal usage):

Outside of psychological contexts, anxiety attack may be used informally to describe feeling overwhelmed or extremely anxious about something.

Example sentence: Jane had an anxiety attack when she realized she had forgotten her passport right before her flight.

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