Hi group... so the past 1 week I've experienced bad anxiety and panic attacks while driving or in public, such as a large store. I become overwhelmed with thoughts and fears of passing out while driving or collapsing from a heart attack and dying in public. Anxiety hits while at home, but not as bad. I can drive and still go out, but the thoughts and fears persist. In these settings, I often become extremely weak, dizzy, and the legs and arms begin burning, along with dry mouth. It passes after a few minutes or once I leave the area.

This has recurred a few times over the past 3 years. Usually lasts a few days but I'm able to ignore these thoughts and it goes away. This time, it is very pronounced. I've missed lots and lots of job interviews this week as once I got on a highway, I begin feeling these fears. 

I'm on 50mg of Sertraline as of Monday. No therapy yet. 

Anyone ever dealt with this?