frequent need to 'deep breathe'

[kteen16]

does this have to do with anxiety?
ive had it for like the past two or three days.
i've had it before but not this long.
is it normal?
thanks

[Cindee56]

Hi, I had this once when I got a virus and I needed to get some asthma-type meds to help.  You should check with your doctor.  Do you have a cold or anything?  If not, I would say it's your nerves.

[kteen16]

pretty much both.

[Aint_It_Fun]

If your taking deep breaths in fear of not getting enough air i would say its anxiety. Stress can make you want to take deep breaths to though. I catch myself doing it whenever im having a frustrating day. Do you just take a deep breath every once in a while or are you actualy stopping to focus on breathing?