💬 Comment PANIC for the full breakdown, including when it’s something else worth checking with a doctor.
😵💫 The dizziness is real, but blacking out during a panic attack is rare.
When panic kicks in, your body shifts into fight-or-flight mode. Your heart rate and breathing can change quickly, which can leave you feeling lightheaded, dizzy, weak, or like you’re about to lose consciousness.
And that "I’m going to faint" feeling can be very convincing. But feeling faint doesn’t necessarily mean you’re actually going to pass out.
Swipe through to see why panic can make you feel this way and what’s actually happening in your body. 👆
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Before you read it, we reviewed it.
Article Medically Reviewed By: Kelsey Nank, PA-C
Article Review Date: 8/10/2026
Source: Wigley, S. (August 10, 2026). Can You Pass Out From a Panic Attack? Healthline.
healthline.com/health/can-you-pass-out-from-a-panic-attack