If you are a victim of a data breach you will likely experience a wide range of negative emotions. These emotions may include denial, panic, anger, anxiety, guilt, depression, and helplessness. As your feelings become more intense, physical symptoms such as increased sweating, nausea, increased heart rate, trembling, restlessness, and insomnia may begin to manifest. In some cases, an online data breach may directly contribute to the development of diagnosable mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Continue reading →