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Another feature included in this module is COUNTING of simple mathematical equations to help the user focus on something other than the anxious thoughts and physical reactions that accompany each panic attack.  The feature WHAT CAN HELP ME includes suggestions what to do instead of hurting yourself (take an ice-cube or red marker and move it across your skin where you would usually hurt yourself, write down your emotions and describe how you feel and then destroy the piece of paper, scream, exercise or try to diffuse the intense emotions through painting or guided relaxation).  The module DEPRESSION contains the WHAT CAN HELP ME feature, including suggestions that could help the user feel better (e. g. exercise, meditation, listening to music, watching videos, drawing, guided relaxation).  Dontpanic has five basic modules: depression, anxiety & panic attacks, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and professional help resources.  ACTIVITY PLANNER, which motivates the user to create a to-do list of tasks (check off, edit or delete the accomplished goals anytime) and WHAT MADE ME HAPPY to help the individual focus on the positives of the past day.  In the last module – PROFESSIONAL HELP RESOURCES – there is a list of phone numbers with the option of directly calling the ambulance, hot lines and crisis centres.  The SUICIDAL THOUGHTS module provides a list of reasons and activities and which could prevent the thoughts or at least show the value of one‘s life.  Dontpanic is here for anyone who needs an urgent help in case of depression, anxiety or other issues.  In the REASONS TO STAY ALIVE section, users can create a list of people, things and activities they like or care about enough to stop them from committing suicide.  Dontpanic offers help but it doesn’t replace a consultation with qualified doctor or other specialist.  The module ANXIETY & PANIC ATTACKS aims on helping the user overcome intense feelings of anxiety and panic attacks.  It includes two types of breathing exercises, designed to immediately help the individual to calm down.  Dontpanic enables the user to make list of safe activities as an alternative scenario to follow in crisis.  This feature also includes a list of people who care about the individual and would potentially be hurt by his actions.  It is ideal to create the plan when one is able to think rationally or with the help of another person.  It’s necessary to seek professional help when the situation gets worse.