tertiary · Fear
Panic
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About Panic
A sudden and acute surge of overwhelming fear that triggers the fight-or-flight response in the body. It can feel like losing control or facing imminent danger even when there may be none. Panic attacks are intense but temporary, and the body eventually returns to calm.
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