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Calculated Shard: 151 (from laksa189)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa151.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/mind-mood/mental-health/am-i-having-panic-attack\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/mind-mood/mental-health/am-i-having-panic-attack\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood\/mental-health\/am-i-having-panic-attack","crawl_time":1776578836,"first_indexed_time":1693717592,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,getwelldelmarva!www,\/mind-mood\/mental-health\/am-i-having-panic-attack s443","src_root_hash":"12448314948763888751","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Am I having a panic attack? | Get Well Delmarva","meta_descriptions":["Everyone’s life comes with the occasional worry. If you’re experiencing a difficult time, it’s not uncommon to worry a lot and feel anxious — that’s normal. But sometimes that worry can turn into a panic disorder. How can you tell if that’s what is happening to you?"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Skip to Main Content\nDifferentiating normal worry from panic disorder\nEveryone’s life comes with the occasional worry. If you’re experiencing a difficult time, it’s not uncommon to worry a lot and feel anxious — that’s normal. But sometimes that worry can turn into a panic disorder. How can you tell if that’s what is happening to you? \nA panic attack is not uncommon. The\nNational Institute of Mental Health\n(NIMH) says about 11 percent of people in the United States have a panic attack each year. If you have ever experienced one of these, it can be truly frightening and might land you in the emergency department thinking you’re experiencing a heart attack.  \nSymptoms of a panic attack\nThe symptoms of a panic attack are physical as well as mental — the NIMH says you might feel:  \nA feeling of being out of control, or a fear of death or impending doom \nAn intense worry about when the next panic attack will happen \nA fear or avoidance of places where panic attacks have occurred in the past. \nPhysical symptoms during a panic attack can include: \nPounding or racing heart \nSweating \nChills \nTrembling \nDifficulty breathing \nWeakness or dizziness \nTingly or numb hands \nChest pain \nStomach pain or nausea. \nSeek professional help for panic attacks\nDon’t feel guilty or bad about going to the emergency department; with these symptoms, it’s always best to be on the safe side and rule out a cardiac arrest. But once you know that you may be prone to panic attacks, there are ways to help.\nSeek out a behavioral health provider\n, who can help you with both medications and mental strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a panic attack.\nFeatured Article\nApr 11, 2023\n1049\nIt’s important to talk to a professional to ensure you don’t have any physical issues, such as hyperthyroidism, that could be causing the attacks. Panic disorder can also just happen on its own; it can have a genetic component; or it can be triggered by a trauma. It usually starts in the late teens or early adulthood. But rest assured, there are many types of treatment that can help.\nCalming techniques: deep breathing for panic attacks\nIf you think you’re having a panic attack right now, practice some deep breathing. This can have a calming mental effect while also addressing the physiological reaction. To practice calming breathing: \nSit or lie comfortably. \nTake a breath in through the nose for about four seconds. \nHold the breath for two seconds. \nRelease the breath slowly, taking about 6 seconds to breathe out.  \nPause and repeat.\n1007\nEllen\nCostello\nContributing Author\nEllen Costello is a longtime Delmarva resident who spends her free time getting outdoors with her children and their beloved (and very active) dog for adventures in the region’s outstanding parks and ...\nTopics:\n1 min read\nThe five heart symptoms you should not ignore\nFeb 19, 2024\nAlmost everyone has a worrier in their life who obsesses over every minor ailment as if it might be fatal. But we also know the “I’m fine” people — and maybe you’re one: the people who say, “It’s probably nothing to worry about.” Whether you’re a hypochondriac or “just fine,” here are five heart attack symptoms you absolutely should not ignore. \n3 min read\nAlcohol addiction: How can you tell if you have a problem?\nJul 26, 2023\nA cocktail hour, a beer while watching the game or a glass of wine with dinner are common rituals for many American adults. But any doctor, and common sense, will tell you that overindulging is a health risk. And worse, if that “ritual” escalates, it can become an addiction that can take over your life without you even realizing it. \n2 min view\nFeeling ill? You're not alone\nJan 11, 2024\nFeeling ill? You’re not alone. According to the CDC, the worst of the respiratory illness season is yet to come. Learn how TidalHealth is protecting patients and visitors.","attrs_markdown":"Sorry, you need to enable JavaScript to visit this website.\n\n[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood\/mental-health\/am-i-having-panic-attack#main-content)\n\n[![Home](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/themes\/custom\/getwelldelmarvacom\/logo.svg) ![Home](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/themes\/custom\/getwelldelmarvacom\/logo-mobile.svg)](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/ \"Home\")\n\n[Tune In](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/blog\/categories\/tune)\n\n## Main navigation\n- [Health](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health)\n  - [Bones & Joints](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health\/bones-joints)\n  - [Brain, Spine & Nerve](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health\/brain-spine-nerve)\n  - [Cancer Care](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health\/cancer-care)\n  - [Cold, Flu, RSV & COVID](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health\/cold-flu-rsv-covid)\n  - [Diabetes](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health\/diabetes)\n  - 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If you’re experiencing a difficult time, it’s not uncommon to worry a lot and feel anxious — that’s normal. But sometimes that worry can turn into a panic disorder. How can you tell if that’s what is happening to you?\n\nA panic attack is not uncommon. The [National Institute of Mental Health](https:\/\/www.nimh.nih.gov\/health\/publications\/panic-disorder-when-fear-overwhelms \"National Institute of Mental Health\") (NIMH) says about 11 percent of people in the United States have a panic attack each year. If you have ever experienced one of these, it can be truly frightening and might land you in the emergency department thinking you’re experiencing a heart attack.\n\n## Symptoms of a panic attack\nThe symptoms of a panic attack are physical as well as mental — the NIMH says you might feel:\n\n- A feeling of being out of control, or a fear of death or impending doom\n- An intense worry about when the next panic attack will happen\n- A fear or avoidance of places where panic attacks have occurred in the past.\n\nPhysical symptoms during a panic attack can include:\n\n- Pounding or racing heart\n- Sweating\n- Chills\n- Trembling\n- Difficulty breathing\n- Weakness or dizziness\n- Tingly or numb hands\n- Chest pain\n- Stomach pain or nausea.\n\n## Seek professional help for panic attacks\nDon’t feel guilty or bad about going to the emergency department; with these symptoms, it’s always best to be on the safe side and rule out a cardiac arrest. But once you know that you may be prone to panic attacks, there are ways to help. [Seek out a behavioral health provider](https:\/\/www.tidalhealth.org\/medical-care\/services\/behavioral-health \"TidalHealth behavioral health resources\"), who can help you with both medications and mental strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a panic attack.\n\n### Featured Article\n[Prioritizing self-care: The key to a happier and healthier you ![A healthy woman smiling.](data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%201%201'%2F%3E)](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood\/mental-health\/prioritizing-self-care-key-happier-and-healthier-you)\n\n[Mind & Mood](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood)\n\n[Prioritizing self-care: The key to a happier and healthier you](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood\/mental-health\/prioritizing-self-care-key-happier-and-healthier-you)\n\nApr 11, 2023\n\n[![Profile picture for user Dee Copeland](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/thumbnail\/public\/pictures\/2023-05\/Dee-Copeland-LCPC.jpg?itok=XZYD27nb) Dee Copeland, LCPC](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/about-us\/dee-copeland-lcpc)\n\n1049\n\nIt’s important to talk to a professional to ensure you don’t have any physical issues, such as hyperthyroidism, that could be causing the attacks. Panic disorder can also just happen on its own; it can have a genetic component; or it can be triggered by a trauma. It usually starts in the late teens or early adulthood. But rest assured, there are many types of treatment that can help.\n\n## Calming techniques: deep breathing for panic attacks\nIf you think you’re having a panic attack right now, practice some deep breathing. This can have a calming mental effect while also addressing the physiological reaction. To practice calming breathing:\n\n1. Sit or lie comfortably.\n2. Take a breath in through the nose for about four seconds.\n3. Hold the breath for two seconds.\n4. Release the breath slowly, taking about 6 seconds to breathe out.\n5. Pause and repeat.\n\nTo speak with someone about your feelings schedule an appointment with your primary care physician if needed. If you need a doctor, [TidalHealth has providers located near you](https:\/\/www.tidalhealth.org\/find-a-doctor \"Find a doctor near you\") as well as the [TidalHealth Crisis Center](https:\/\/www.tidalhealth.org\/our-locations\/tidalhealth-crisis-center \"TidalHealth Crisis Center\") and other [resources near you](https:\/\/www.tidalhealth.org\/medical-care\/services\/behavioral-health \"TidalHealth behavioral health resources\").\n\n1007\n\n![Profile picture for user Ellen Costello](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/thumbnail\/public\/pictures\/2023-04\/ellen%20costello.png?itok=md_QOd8v)\n\nEllen\n\nCostello\n\nContributing Author\n\n[Ellen's profile](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/about-us\/ellen-costello)\n\nEllen Costello is a longtime Delmarva resident who spends her free time getting outdoors with her children and their beloved (and very active) dog for adventures in the region’s outstanding parks and ...\n\nTopics:\n\n[Mental Health](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood\/mental-health)\n\n1 min read\n\n[The five heart symptoms you should not ignore](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health\/heart-vascular\/five-heart-symptoms-you-should-not-ignore)\n\nImage\n\n![An older man experiencing heart attack symptoms](data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%205500%203671'%2F%3E)\n\n[Health](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health)\n\n[The five heart symptoms you should not ignore](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/health\/heart-vascular\/five-heart-symptoms-you-should-not-ignore)\n\nFeb 19, 2024\n\n[![Profile picture for user Ellen Costello](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/thumbnail\/public\/pictures\/2023-04\/ellen%20costello.png?itok=md_QOd8v) Ellen Costello](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/about-us\/ellen-costello)\n\nAlmost everyone has a worrier in their life who obsesses over every minor ailment as if it might be fatal. But we also know the “I’m fine” people — and maybe you’re one: the people who say, “It’s probably nothing to worry about.” Whether you’re a hypochondriac or “just fine,” here are five heart attack symptoms you absolutely should not ignore.\n\n3 min read\n\n[Alcohol addiction: How can you tell if you have a problem?](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood\/addictions\/alcohol-addiction-how-can-you-tell-if-you-have-problem)\n\nImage\n\n![Woman sitting with her hands folded](data:image\/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%205333%203555'%2F%3E)\n\n[Mind & Mood](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood)\n\n[Alcohol addiction: How can you tell if you have a problem?](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/mind-mood\/addictions\/alcohol-addiction-how-can-you-tell-if-you-have-problem)\n\nJul 26, 2023\n\n[![Profile picture for user Ellen Costello](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/thumbnail\/public\/pictures\/2023-04\/ellen%20costello.png?itok=md_QOd8v) Ellen Costello](https:\/\/www.getwelldelmarva.com\/about-us\/ellen-costello)\n\nA cocktail hour, a beer while watching the game or a glass of wine with dinner are common rituals for many American adults. 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If you have ever experienced one of these, it can be truly frightening and might land you in the emergency department thinking you’re experiencing a heart attack. ## Symptoms of a panic attack The symptoms of a panic attack are physical as well as mental — the NIMH says you might feel: - A feeling of being out of control, or a fear of death or impending doom - An intense worry about when the next panic attack will happen - A fear or avoidance of places where panic attacks have occurred in the past. Physical symptoms during a panic attack can include: - Pounding or racing heart - Sweating - Chills - Trembling - Difficulty breathing - Weakness or dizziness - Tingly or numb hands - Chest pain - Stomach pain or nausea. ## Seek professional help for panic attacks Don’t feel guilty or bad about going to the emergency department; with these symptoms, it’s always best to be on the safe side and rule out a cardiac arrest. But once you know that you may be prone to panic attacks, there are ways to help. [Seek out a behavioral health provider](https://www.tidalhealth.org/medical-care/services/behavioral-health "TidalHealth behavioral health resources"), who can help you with both medications and mental strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a panic attack. ### Featured Article [Prioritizing self-care: The key to a happier and healthier you ![A healthy woman smiling.](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%201%201'%2F%3E)](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/mind-mood/mental-health/prioritizing-self-care-key-happier-and-healthier-you) [Mind & Mood](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/mind-mood) [Prioritizing self-care: The key to a happier and healthier you](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/mind-mood/mental-health/prioritizing-self-care-key-happier-and-healthier-you) Apr 11, 2023 [![Profile picture for user Dee Copeland](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/pictures/2023-05/Dee-Copeland-LCPC.jpg?itok=XZYD27nb) Dee Copeland, LCPC](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/about-us/dee-copeland-lcpc) 1049 It’s important to talk to a professional to ensure you don’t have any physical issues, such as hyperthyroidism, that could be causing the attacks. Panic disorder can also just happen on its own; it can have a genetic component; or it can be triggered by a trauma. It usually starts in the late teens or early adulthood. But rest assured, there are many types of treatment that can help. ## Calming techniques: deep breathing for panic attacks If you think you’re having a panic attack right now, practice some deep breathing. This can have a calming mental effect while also addressing the physiological reaction. To practice calming breathing: 1. Sit or lie comfortably. 2. Take a breath in through the nose for about four seconds. 3. Hold the breath for two seconds. 4. Release the breath slowly, taking about 6 seconds to breathe out. 5. Pause and repeat. To speak with someone about your feelings schedule an appointment with your primary care physician if needed. 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Readable Markdown	[Skip to Main Content](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/mind-mood/mental-health/am-i-having-panic-attack#main-content) ## Differentiating normal worry from panic disorder Everyone’s life comes with the occasional worry. If you’re experiencing a difficult time, it’s not uncommon to worry a lot and feel anxious — that’s normal. But sometimes that worry can turn into a panic disorder. How can you tell if that’s what is happening to you? A panic attack is not uncommon. The [National Institute of Mental Health](https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/panic-disorder-when-fear-overwhelms "National Institute of Mental Health") (NIMH) says about 11 percent of people in the United States have a panic attack each year. If you have ever experienced one of these, it can be truly frightening and might land you in the emergency department thinking you’re experiencing a heart attack. ## Symptoms of a panic attack The symptoms of a panic attack are physical as well as mental — the NIMH says you might feel: - A feeling of being out of control, or a fear of death or impending doom - An intense worry about when the next panic attack will happen - A fear or avoidance of places where panic attacks have occurred in the past. Physical symptoms during a panic attack can include: - Pounding or racing heart - Sweating - Chills - Trembling - Difficulty breathing - Weakness or dizziness - Tingly or numb hands - Chest pain - Stomach pain or nausea. ## Seek professional help for panic attacks Don’t feel guilty or bad about going to the emergency department; with these symptoms, it’s always best to be on the safe side and rule out a cardiac arrest. But once you know that you may be prone to panic attacks, there are ways to help. [Seek out a behavioral health provider](https://www.tidalhealth.org/medical-care/services/behavioral-health "TidalHealth behavioral health resources"), who can help you with both medications and mental strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a panic attack. Featured Article Apr 11, 2023 1049 It’s important to talk to a professional to ensure you don’t have any physical issues, such as hyperthyroidism, that could be causing the attacks. Panic disorder can also just happen on its own; it can have a genetic component; or it can be triggered by a trauma. It usually starts in the late teens or early adulthood. But rest assured, there are many types of treatment that can help. ## Calming techniques: deep breathing for panic attacks If you think you’re having a panic attack right now, practice some deep breathing. This can have a calming mental effect while also addressing the physiological reaction. To practice calming breathing: 1. Sit or lie comfortably. 2. Take a breath in through the nose for about four seconds. 3. Hold the breath for two seconds. 4. Release the breath slowly, taking about 6 seconds to breathe out. 5. Pause and repeat. 1007 ![Profile picture for user Ellen Costello](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/pictures/2023-04/ellen%20costello.png?itok=md_QOd8v) Ellen Costello Contributing Author Ellen Costello is a longtime Delmarva resident who spends her free time getting outdoors with her children and their beloved (and very active) dog for adventures in the region’s outstanding parks and ... Topics: 1 min read [The five heart symptoms you should not ignore](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/health/heart-vascular/five-heart-symptoms-you-should-not-ignore) Feb 19, 2024 Almost everyone has a worrier in their life who obsesses over every minor ailment as if it might be fatal. But we also know the “I’m fine” people — and maybe you’re one: the people who say, “It’s probably nothing to worry about.” Whether you’re a hypochondriac or “just fine,” here are five heart attack symptoms you absolutely should not ignore. 3 min read [Alcohol addiction: How can you tell if you have a problem?](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/mind-mood/addictions/alcohol-addiction-how-can-you-tell-if-you-have-problem) Jul 26, 2023 A cocktail hour, a beer while watching the game or a glass of wine with dinner are common rituals for many American adults. But any doctor, and common sense, will tell you that overindulging is a health risk. And worse, if that “ritual” escalates, it can become an addiction that can take over your life without you even realizing it. 2 min view [Feeling ill? You're not alone](https://www.getwelldelmarva.com/tune-in/newsroom/feeling-ill-youre-not-alone) Jan 11, 2024 Feeling ill? You’re not alone. According to the CDC, the worst of the respiratory illness season is yet to come. Learn how TidalHealth is protecting patients and visitors.
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