Hi.
I’m someone you could call “addicted to the Internet”. I spend most of my days using the Internet for fun, for information, and to simply pass the time.
Recently, I decided I want to ration my hours using the Internet, or take a very large break.
The result?
I had what felt like a panic attack.
The symptoms included a tightness in my throat, inability to stay still, and racing thoughts.
My question is, how to I deal with this problem?
I’ve tried breathing slowly, but my anxiety makes breathing difficult.
Should I just resist going back on the Internet? Should I just lie still and let the symptoms subside?
Any advice?