Anxiety can make a person feel "cloudy" or confused. They may become forgetful and disoriented during a panic attack. When a person's body is in stress-mode, the hormone cortisol is released in greater amounts, which may interfere with memory. A person may even be confused by his symptoms during a panic attack or confused by the onset of the panic attack. He may become so distracted by his symptoms, that he is not able to focus on what is going on around him. The confusion may become so severe that the person may believe he is in a dream, or that what is happening around him is not real.

Claustrophobia can cause symptoms that are mild to severe depending on the situation and the person experiencing them. This phobia can even become debilitating for certain people. If you or a loved one may be suffering from symptoms related to claustrophobia, make an appointment with a medical health professional.
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