Cardiophobia : Reasons for Sudden Increase in Heartbeat
For people who have a fear of heart attacks, one of the most frightening experiences can be a sudden increase in heartbeat while sitting quietly. There may be no exercise, obvious stress or immediate danger, yet the heart suddenly seems to beat faster or harder. This often leads to the question: “Why is my heartbeat […]
Cardiophobia: Why Heartbeat Increasing Anxiety Can Become a Fear Loop
For many people with cardiophobia, the sudden awareness of a faster heartbeat can become a powerful trigger. A normal increase in heart rate may go unnoticed by someone without cardiophobia. However, a person who already fears a heart attack may immediately interpret the same sensation as a sign of danger. This is where heartbeat increasing […]