#sarasdesk

Hey anon! Don’t have any specific tips myself, or specifically on what to do “during class” but check out: 

 Anxiety and Panic Masterpost by @these-dandelion-wishes 

Coping with Panic Attacks by @candydsgn

Anxiety masterpost by @noshameinoursickness 

Panic Attack Diary by @bulletjournaling101

Coping with anxiety by @sheisrecovering

Creating an anxiety safe study space by @sarahsdesk

Anxiety masterpost by @dotgrids

**a lot of them are about anxiety generally, usually with a one liner re: panic attacks 

I’d say a big step, though a hard one, is to inform your teacher/ trusted psych advisor at your place of study etc about it. That way, they can adapt and accommodate your circumstances, sometimes before a big exam (i.e. special consideration, separate room/ desk for exams etc). 

I recognise that doing this is often a source of anxiety and stress for people, as they do not want to feel ‘different’ or ‘marked out’. 

I always think of it as... having someone who has your back. To level out the playing field. If I had a heart condition or diabetes, I’d be afforded an exception during class to take my insulin/ lollies etc. If I broke my arm, I’d have extra time to complete my exam/ assessment.  

So why should a panic attack be treated any differently?