Valerie Bertinelli Shares Emotional Anxiety Attack Experience
- Valerie Bertinelli recently shared her experience with a severe anxiety attack.
- The 64-year-old actress described symptoms including uncontrollable shaking, crying, and a racing heart during the attack.
- Bertinelli explained, "I know it’s just my brain overthinking, but my body goes into overdrive." She shared that she felt disconnected while trying to calm herself.
Valerie Bertinelli recently shared her experience with a severe anxiety attack. In a video posted on Instagram, she expressed her struggles, saying, “The after effects of an anxiety attack f**king suck.”
The 64-year-old actress described symptoms including uncontrollable shaking, crying, and a racing heart during the attack. Although the episode lasted several hours, she used meditation and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help regain control.
Bertinelli explained, “I know it’s just my brain overthinking, but my body goes into overdrive.” She shared that she felt disconnected while trying to calm herself.
Fans and celebrities offered support in response to her post. Fellow TV personality Rosie O’Donnell reached out, saying, “Totally relate – call me anytime.” Followers also commented on their own experiences with anxiety, providing words of encouragement and solidarity.
Bertinelli’s openness about her mental health challenges highlights the importance of community support in facing anxiety.