5 WAYS TO PREVENT AN ATTACK

These daily habits can help reduce future panic attacks, says the Mental Health Foundation:

1 Practise better breathing (do the 4-7-8 technique, as

2 above, daily). Take regular exercise, such as walking or yoga. This will help to reduce stress and improve

3 your mood. Eat frequent meals to help stabilise your blood

4 sugar levels. Avoid caffeine, alcohol and smoking.

5 Try mindfulness to help bring you back to the present moment. Download the Calm app (£7.99/month, IOS and Android).