Kolada t1_j2dxlu6 wrote
Reply to comment by Somhlth in TIL breathing into a paper bag to ease anxiety attacks is a real thing, with science to back it up, and not just something seen on TV/Movies. by OneSideDone
Alright so I was told that this is incorrect (or at least only partially correct). I was told the main reason you breath into a bag during a panic attack is to make it easier to focus on your breathing. You can see the breath go in and out so you can pace and make sure you're not forgetting to exhale (which is a common reason why people feel like they can't breath during panic).
Somhlth t1_j2dyb8c wrote
It can be both.
> Breathing into a paper bag is a technique that can help you regulate hyperventilation. It works by putting some of the lost carbon dioxide back into your lungs and body. This helps to balance oxygen flow in your body.
>However, breathing into a paper bag must be done properly and may not work for everyone. Medical research on using it to help hyperventilation is divided on whether it really works.
>Some case studies don’t recommend using this breathing technique.
>Other medical review studies find that breathing into a paper bag can help some patients with hyperventilation.
https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/breathing-into-a-paper-bag
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