Former world number four Caroline Garcia has announced she will take a break from tennis for the rest of the season, citing anxiety, panic attacks, and the need for physical recovery. She plans to return in 2025, aiming to come back stronger and more focused.
Panic attacks are a terrifying experience, but they don’t have to control you. Psychologist Charles Schaeffer shares practical tips for managing panic in the moment, including the surprising power of ice and sour candy.
Shaadi.com founder and CEO Anupam Mittal recently shared his experience with anxiety and panic attacks in a podcast. Talking about his first panic attack in his 20s, Mittal described the intense physical and emotional sensations that he felt. Recalling the second panic attack in 2008, he emphasized the feeling of helplessness and failure that accompanied the episodes. Mittal highlighted the importance of recognizing anxiety as a normal human emotion and seeking professional help when necessary.
Will Young opens up about the toll Strictly Come Dancing took on his mental health, revealing he suffered panic attacks “24 hours a day” during his 2016 stint. Now recovered, Young expresses regret for not experiencing the show at his best and hints at a potential return with a male partner. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift’s new album takes a subtle swipe at ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn by name-checking his favorite pub, sparking an influx of fans to the establishment. In other news, Gwyneth Paltrow remains unfazed by a musical based on her ski trial collision, Ayda Field reveals her husband Robbie Williams’ peculiar bathing habits, and Leigh-Anne Pinnock enjoys a solo getaway in Morocco.
After initially being dismissed as panic attacks, a woman named Madeleine Dippnall finally receives an epilepsy diagnosis, bringing relief and improvement in her mental health. Despite the challenges of managing epilepsy, Madeleine remains optimistic and has found success in building a graphic design business from her off-grid cabin.
Madeleine Dippnall initially suffered panic attacks, resulting in a diagnosis of depression and PTSD, despite her belief that something more was amiss. However, after experiencing a seizure, she was diagnosed with epilepsy. Now on appropriate medication, her depression has subsided. Dippnall’s experience highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis and the potential consequences of misdiagnosis.
