In her recent appearance on Jimmy Fallon, actress Dakota Johnson opened up about her past and continuing experience with panic attacks. When asked by Fallon what caused her attack, the Peanut Butter Falcon star said: “I don’t know, it took over. I got so scared. It was extreme flight mode.” This panic disorder she describes is far from uncommon: it affects about six million Americans today, the majority of whom are female. The article goes through common signs and symptoms listed by experts, as well as ways in which panic attacks can be treated. These treatments include psychotherapy (particularly cognitive behavioral therapy), medication, or both. Of course, seeking help from professionals, adopting a healthier lifestyle, and surrounding yourself with trusted and supportive friends and family can also help greatly. Dakota Johnson isn’t the only one suffering from what you may experience. If anything, she shows that anxiety and panic disorders can affect anyone: you are never alone.

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