• Kit@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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    3 days ago

    Anxiety disorder? Panic disorder? PTSD? Probably best to start with a medical doctor, then a psychologist if needed.

  • Without more information, it’s hard to say. Medical conditions like thyroid disorders, or substance use could play a role. Psychologically, those symptoms could be attributed to anxiety or trauma related disorders. You may find it helpful to start by keeping notes about when/where/etc these bouts occur, as there may be underlying patterns that you haven’t noticed yet. I would recommend doing some reading on “emotional flashbacks” and consider whether you relate to what you find

  • Dem Bosain@midwest.social
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    Sounds like PTSD to me. Your fight/flight mode is getting switched randomly to flight. For me it was “freeze”.