A Bride’s Guide to Managing Panic

For most people, walking down the aisle brings a few nerves. For someone who experiences panic attacks, the fear of having one in front of family and friends can overshadow the excitement of the day. Panic attacks come on suddenly, the physical symptoms can be intense, and they are often visible to others, which can make a wedding ceremony feel especially daunting.

In a recent article for Psychology Today, Jeannette Correa, Ph.D., MindWell’s Director of Clinical Training, offers a practical guide for brides who struggle with panic. Dr. Correa is a clinical psychologist and a former wedding coordinator. She explains how working with a cognitive behavioral therapist in the months before the wedding can help, including exposure techniques such as rehearsing the walk down the aisle. She also shares simple strategies to use during the ceremony itself, such as focusing on your partner, using your senses to stay grounded, and slowing your breathing, so you can be present and remember the day instead of bracing for panic.

Read the full article on Psychology Today

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