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Anxiety: Attack Checklist
Go through each category and keep track of how many of symptoms apply to you.
Physiological Response
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Feelings of warmth
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Heart palpitations
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Rapid, pounding heartbeat
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Tightness of chest
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Butterflies in stomach
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Hyperventilation
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Weakness all over
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Tremors
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Dizziness
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Dry mouth
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Sweaty all over
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Confusion
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Sped up thoughts
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Muscle tension / aches
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Fatigue
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Slow cognitive response
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I can't do it
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What if I make a fool of myself?
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People are looking
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I could faint
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It's a heart attack
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Get Me Out Of Here
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No One Will Help
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I Can't Breathe
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I'm Going To Die
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I'm Going Crazy
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I'm Trapped
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I'm Not Going Out
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Worrying, what if someone Is hurt, sick, fired, Etc.?
Emotional Response
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Fear
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Keyed Up / On Edge
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Panic
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Excessive Worry
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Uneasy
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Trapped-No Way Out
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Isolated-Lonely
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Loss of Control
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Embarrassed
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Criticized
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Rejected
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Angry
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Depressed
Summary: If you checked 3 or more from each response list, ask yourself:
Is the fear of an anxiety attack limiting my involvement in life?
Am I avoiding every day situations?
Do I worry and feel tense most of the time?
This material is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the medical advice of your doctor or any other health care professional. Always consult with your physician if you are in any way concerned about your health.
© 2003-2005 SLPM Self care Ltd.
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