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Informative Speech
Jessy Arroliga
9:00AM
10/26/12
Informative speech Topic: Panic Attacks
General Purpose: To inform
Specific Purpose: To inform my classmates about Panic Attacks.
Central Idea: I want to inform my classmates about what a Panic Attack is, what triggers a Panic Attack and what are the symptoms of a Panic Attack.

INTRODUCTION
Attention Getter: Have any of you ever been scared of going on a roller coaster or going into a hunted maze? Did you know that you are prone to a Panic attack?
Audience to Relevance: For those of you who have been scared of going on a roller coaster or scared of going into to a hunted maze, and those who are not scared at all. Allow me to give you information about Panic Attacks. This will give you enough knowledge about Panic Attacks, and you will be able to help other and even yourself.
Credibility material: As a person that has experienced Panic Attacks, due to being scared of roller coasters. I would like for others to be informed about Panic Attacks.
Preview of speech: Knowing that Panic Attack happen suddenly and not everybody enjoys roller coasters or hunted mazes. One must be ready and know the facts about Panic Attacks. First I will explain what a Panic Attack is. Second, I will explain what triggers Panic Attacks and last what are the symptoms of a Panic Attack.
Link: First, What is a Panic Attack?
Body:
. A Panic Attack is the state of intense fear brought on by very high anxiety and can happen suddenly.
. Panic Attacks is the fear of dying, losing control or going crazy. About four million Americans, 5% of adults, suffer from panic attacks.
. A Panic Attack Is also the fear of doing something new, or failing when attempting something. Link: Second, what are the symptoms of a Panic Attack? . Panic Attacks usually have a variety of symptoms, some not noticeable to make you worry.
. Some of the very noticeable symptoms of a Panic Attack are hyperventilation, shaking, feeling unreal, nausea, hot or cold



Cited: http://www.drphilippierce.com/panic.html?gclid=CIzp2uW5orMCFXGRPAodYD8A0Q http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=what-happens-in-the-brain-when-we-experience http://www.helpguide.org/mental/panic_disorder_anxiety_attack_symptom_treatment.htm

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