weird feelings

[middlenamehypochondria]

So lately I have been having a random feeling like I am dizzy and have to take a deep breath.  When this feeling comes (usually out of nowhere) I feel like I have to get up or move or something.  Is this a panic attack?  It's like  I am going to pass out or something like that. Once I get up and do something it goes away.

[crikee57]

I have gone through what you describe more times than I can to admit.  It usually comes on when I am anxious or right before a panic attack.

Dizziness is a common symptom of anxiety and panic.  I deal with it all the time and sometimes feel like I can't breathe.  Try focusing on your breathing.  Without thinking we sometimes over breathe or stop our breathing in reaction to stress.  This can cause the dizziness.  The desire to get up and move could be fight or flight kicking in.  Once you are up and moving your focus shifts and you probably begin to breathe properly again.  Easier said than done, but try to accept it as a normal symptom of anxiety.

Good luck and be well.