Anxiety and panic attacks are becoming more common. This article is based on my personal experience with my mental health and how I have learned others can help.

5 ways to help someone having a panic attack

I have been experiencing panic attacks for years and didn’t even know what was happening to me. I was constantly told by my boyfriend at the time that I was overreacting and being dramatic. I started to believe that he was right. That there wasn’t really anything wrong with me I just needed to lighten up. Let me tell you something super important. Don’t ever let someone tell you your feelings aren’t valid, or…