Anxiety Attack vs. Panic Attack: What's the Difference?

Have you ever experienced a sudden onset of fear, dread, racing heart, difficulty catching your breath – all for no obvious and immediate reason?

If you’re like most people I speak with everyday, the answer is a solid yes. So what was it? I’m sure you’ve heard people suggest that it was either a panic attack or an anxiety attack but weren’t sure which applied to you, or even if there is a difference at all.