Anxiety symptoms - Feeling like you are about to pass out or faint

Feeling like you are about to pass out or faint: You suddenly feel like you have become lightheaded, woozy, faint, or that you feel like you are going to pass out. Or, you may feel short of breath, unstable on your feet, or a sudden fear that you are going to pass out. It may also be followed by a surge in fear or even a panic attack.

NOTE: There are direct physiological and psychological reasons why anxiety symptoms occur. The members area contains detailed information about common anxiety symptoms including what they are, why they occur, and what you can do to eliminate them. It includes the anxiety symptom feeling like you are about to pass out or faint.