Anatomy of an Alarm
Abstract
This poem encapsulates, in real time, the experience of a 3:00am panic attack, brought on by out-of-balance cortisol levels, and who-knows-what-other complicated factors. In this age of ‘fight-or-flight’ reactions that often don’t fit any apparent cause, the poet’s words bring home the struggles faced by many who just want to be able to relax.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Artistic and Creative Research
Poetry Analysis and Criticism
Anxiety
Depression
Psychometrics
Treatment
Cognitive Processes
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The Journal of Humanities in Rehabilitation
- Issue
- Spring
- Publication date
- 27 January 2026