What to say to someone experiencing anxiety or a panic attack | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness

What to say to someone experiencing anxiety or a panic attack

Posted on November 7, 2018

Looks at how everyone experiences anxiety differently, but if you've ever been around someone who is having a panic attack, suggesting "Try not to worry" is not the best idea. 

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