The Fosters | Season 5, Episode 15: Stef Has A Panic Attack | Freeform

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The Fosters | Season 5, Episode 15: Stef Has A Panic Attack | Freeform
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[@93Kitty55]

This is the most realistic portrayal of a panic attack I've seen.

[@P.ipernicole]

I have panic attacks and I think these things will actually work.👍

[@ThunderClanFan22]

@@P.ipernicole this is by far the worst panic attack I have ever seen in a show

[@snicole97]

I know - as someone who has experienced a panic attack, this is so accurate and I love that for television.

[@shaynafox3466]

@@ThunderClanFan22 no it’s not I thought it was pretty good 👍🏻

[@George1789]

“What’s one thing you can taste?” “…fear” Damn I felt that in my soul, I’ve had countless panic attacks and Terri nailed it. An incredible amount of work and energy goes into theses scenes and she must’ve been exhausted, even acting out a panic, they start to feel real.

[@greenlee7smythe]

“Two things u smell?” “Your breath.” “Okay that’s uncalled for.” Lmao 😂 I love Annie Potts!

[@kaziascheer1932]

Two things u smell Your breath okay thats uncalled for

[@Brian-Castillo18]

Teri Polo absolutely killed it this episode

[@P.ipernicole]

I love the whole cast. Maia is my fav

[@iatinom22]

Teri is just fantastic. I can`t believe how underrated she still is after 32 years of career. Her acting skills and range are WAY better than those of many actresses who play the same role over and over again, and don`t even know how to give intensity and depth to a character, but despite that, they are stars. Is so unfair. When Stef stopped breathing, so did I. Teri is by far, in my top 5 of favorite actresses since 1990. It makes me sad that she does not have the recognition she deserves.

[@andreaumba3509]

iatinom22 true

[@judithz2292]

iatinom22 ikr

[@sophialewis697]

I 100% agree, she’s truly is amazing

[@mollylea2643]

Yes! Totally underrated!

[@hakeemsesay15]

Probably the best acting I have seen out of all the actors. Almost emmy worthy.

[@kimborassecondwife]

exactly! you know, I went to check immediately after watching this scene if she's gotten any acting awards because she's just amazing.

[@DrKesasan]

Yeah this happens, you can't breath, can't talk, can't think, can't move, you are just frozen and paralyzed. It's extreme stress and things that have you under their control. It's never easy to break. People aren't supposed to undergo that kinda thing just because they don't fit in this so called, "NORMAL" society.

[@austi1865]

KesaSan Shak had this exact experience two years ago. I was afraid of well...myself!

[@breannadeleon8667]

I’ve had this experience my self for some one who a little different from family who stutters and has a learning disability I don’t wish this was any one .

[@okkk934]

I don’t think I’ve ever been so triggered by a scene before, but I could literally feel everything in this scene. Even the sound of people talking feels like jabs to the stomach and makes the air feel heavier. People don’t realize an anxiety attack causes your brain to feel like it’s losing all oxygen and causes your body to go into a state of shock. It’s called an attack for a reason. It has both mental and physical effects. I’ve had anxiety attacks followed by a horrible headache and body aches, and the need to take a long nap in which I wake up too all groggy. This scene deserves an award

[@jdparamount92]

I was having a panic attack at my previous job and the manager was like, you have to talk to me, and I was like, I couldn’t say anything. I swear, managers need to get training on how to deal with their workers in serious situations like that.

[@DrKesasan]

@@okkk934 yes exactly it has both physical and mental aspects to it.

[@NNNNNOo]

Teri is fantastic, I was blown away by her performance in this episode. She always kills it but this scene right here is award worthy. As someone who's best friend suffers from panic attacks this resonated with me and made me hold my breath along with Stef. I wish they'd focus more on Stef and not so much on the teen drama with the kids, Teri deserves more screen time.

[@dulcesanchez4044]

Laura Lopez and he is going

[@caitlinkillarney2242]

Teri polo deserves a Emmy for this performance and this show should get more recognition for what they do and the Stories they brig to the forefront

[@tamyshacamacho7511]

Breathe. Relax. Touch 4 things 3 things you that you hear 2 things you smell 1 thing you can taste

[@George1789]

I was always taught (basically the same thing) 5 things you can see 4 you can to touch 3 you can hear 2 you can smell 1 you can taste.

[@maaabenagyening7286]

“I smell your breath” had me deadddd 😂❤️ but amazing acting

[@TheMereDEATH]

Obviously Teri’s acting was just crazy good. The most soothing part to me about the was the mother daughter relationship. No matter how old your baby gets, they are still your kid. Steph is never vulnerable and to see her need her mother to catch her... made me just ooze with love.

[@connermcintosh4322]

This was absolutely amazing. I’ve had many many panic attacks, and I have never seen a portrayal that is so true to my experience. If they gave oscars for television, this performance would get one immediately!

[@DonovanShaw]

MInd blowing. And coming from an actor's prospective, the amount of work and practice and research and preparation you must commit to for before a scene like this is intense, props to Terri for taking on such a challenge and doing it beautifully... lots of respect for her.

[@caitlinkillarney2109]

Terri polo deserves a Emmy for this

[@okkk934]

Imagine having to practice having an anxiety attack and nail it so hard that someone with anxiety can feel it through a screen

[@ashleymcwilliams5728]

I bawled like a baby! I have panic attacks and I have never seen one portrayed so accurately. Mine usually consist of me saying I'm going to die. I am so amazed by the great acting and script 💜

[@sabrinaflower3183]

That was by far one of the best representations of a panic attack I have seen on TV. I applaud this show so much!

[@genmcclain]

Her mom handled this so well. She jumped right in and knew exactly what to do. Great scene

[@Supersoccerchic]

I felt so bad for Stef and Sharon too! I had no idea Sharon had panic attacks so, I'm glad she could help Stef!

[@caitlinkillarney2242]

Supersoccerchic I was really glad that Her Mom was there helping her cause I don’t think Lena could have Handel it as well as her mother did

[@sweetnsexcr2727]

This scene broke me.

[@rebeccasanny1317]

"One thing you can taste? -Fear" 😭😭😭😭😭💔💔💔😢

[@deahthheadmothmoth3760]

It is so...amazing to see panic attacks portrayed in this show and by such a great actress. I've had attacks that were this bad and I feel less alone :-)

[@bunnyisdreaming6081]

ive had two extreme anxiety attacks in front of my mother, which left me unable to breathe and move, and i was a crumpled mess on the floor. both times she called it a "meltdown" she never realized i thought the world was going to end. she never realized i couldnt breathe. she never realized me cursing and punching the wall was not my choice. i just wish my mother could understand. i just wish my mother would understand when i was "huffing" at the principal's i was trying to breathe, i wasn't being disrespectful. and ive told her, ive told her these things. but she never understands. i just wish my mother would care.

[@shailipalaseyed9986]

i hope she cares now:)

[@yeahyusuf7]

You know the acting is good when it makes you remember your past panic attacks and almost triggers them.

[@sandraarguellowells4872]

Teri is fabulous in this episode. Glad that her mother was there to help her. I just love her so much that I have to see her at least once a day.she and the fosters family are an inspiration to us all.

[@beauteafulyou1616]

Tori got panic attacks spot down. She should have deserved an Emmy.

[@aly8950]

Terri is such a good actress

[@wakeupandsmellthecoffee1626]

This is the only scene I’ve ever seen that portrays panic attacks exactly as I experience them. Honestly Emmy- worthy

[@naelakhras877]

I have panic attacks and this almost triggered one

[@wakeupandsmellthecoffee1626]

Terri Polo DESERVES AN EMMY for this!!! Who do we talk to make that happen??

[@andreaumba3509]

Teri Polo was full of energy of her performance

[@mishaimran8187]

This scene literally gave me chills and reminded me of my sleep paralysis I had one night which was terrifying. It reminded me how helpless I was until I woke from my nightmare. My wish is to become an actress one day and Teri Polo is my role model and I espire to be at least half as good as her. I hope one day she gets the recognition she deserves.

[@thecuriousnerd3396]

As someone who experienced panic attack. Lucky for her it happened with her mother who knows how to deal with it. Which is not always the case. Because usually there are times when the attack occured while your in public and people doesn't know what's wrong or how to help me. So I always run away somewhere open instead as they wouldn't understand anyway.

[@austi1865]

This actually made me cry. I had this same type of attack two years ago. It was the worst, scariest feeling in the world. Worse than a heartbreak.

[@evangeliar.7600]

I know it's just a show but I feel bad for her😭

[@Supersoccerchic]

You're not the only one.

[@summonsmir8401]

this scene broke my heart :(

[@wakeupandsmellthecoffee1626]

At the end card, Sherri is like the most beautiful statue I’ve ever seen

[@oliviam8081]

this was probably the most powerful, depressing scene in the show

[@UnknownHyuuga]

Grounding is so important during a time to recover from a panic attack, it may seem stupid at the time but it really helps to keep your mind from wandering too too far .

[@kendra-ml8tu]

This made me cry because stef always tries to stay strong and seeing her like this hurt

[@oljavas9050]

Breaks my heart and makes me mad that parents do such things and put their kids through things like this... my kids are my kids, regardless of the choices they make.

[@skeletalflake]

this scene is so heartbreaking but stef angrily saying "pillow" when she touches it always makes me giggle

[@crazysmilez4895]

Wow. Just wow to this day because of this episode I learned how to control my panic attacks. And I thank god everyday for this show..💯💕💙

[@myth3977]

This made me cry because I realized that I've had panic attacks before when I was hit as a child when I cried until I couldn't breath I for anyone who wants to know, panic attacks are horrible. And more serious than you think, so if your having them then get help now. Because I never got help and I should have

[@kaziascheer1932]

This Is the most realistic portrayal of a panic attack I've seen

[@joannajenkins7952]

"one thing you can taste".. Fear 🥺 Terri polo done so good in this scene

[@THEXGSUPREMACY]

This was heart breaking seen one of the strongest characters break down and say they tasted fear. Man. Tuff.

[@anacamara8108]

Teri is amazing, she really deserves a Emmy!!!

[@maxwell4695]

I love stef’s mom with all of my heart

[@Lili_mylove27]

My therapist always tells me to do this technique

[@joelyhernandez6089]

3:02 when she said fear, I broke down🥺🥺

[@jaelonisaiah2212]

This is one of the best scenes ever omg

[@paracozms]

this scene makes me cry every time I watch

[@REDRUMSTJAMES]

😮WOW! I'M SO GLAD I CLICKED THE BUTTON NOW I MUST FIND THIS SHOW🤗.

[@hecatearistocrat]

THAT IS ONE EPIC ACTING

[@kelliebarnes6501]

What an incredible performance!

[@phoenixmoon3]

This is branded on my heart forever.

[@user-nb6kk8to6y]

I just realized what happened to me when i cry called panic attack !!.

[@miyacox2171]

Two things u smell?” Your breath.. Okay that’s uncalled for

[@joewhitehead3]

Just goes to show, you’re never too old to need your mother

[@hollyswain1845]

I have anxiety and panic attacks and it not nice you get them if you are stressed

[@Fatmanager4404]

Because of the fosters i never want anyone to have panic attack I'm literally scanning for the moments cause i would have an attack watching someone " die" metaphorically. That broke me hearing stef cry and pant. She barely uttered "straight".

[@larkenstrax6539]

Finally an ACCURATE panic attack representation! Plus the grounding technique was SO realistic

[@martinaarredondo8908]

this broke my heart into a millions pieces

[@wolfiiee420]

I have a panic disorder and an anxiety disorder I know all to well how that feels And I'm also a lesbian with a mother who will not except the fact that I am a lesbian and have a partner of my own She's induced so many attacks in my life that it's truly unreal

[@EzzyStreet]

*okay that’s uncalled for* 🤣💀

[@marywhitman9283]

Holy Shit Terri Polo 👏🏻

[@sydneyschlefstein3829]

This was so heartbreaking

[@larissakitagawa]

oh my god, this scene is so sad🥹

[@arrowverselover100]

That was powerful

[@happycat8657]

This was very accurate. I had a panic attack while at college and my friends held me and my other friend had me talk about food I have at thanksgiving

[@shaneeseschloss]

Still makes me cry to this day

[@sarahmarousek8575]

This was such a good show I miss it )):

[@izzydeturtle4053]

I hear an annoying bird

[@bethnapierkoski7549]

“Your own damn daughter” Lmao

[@emeyreyez9106]

I feel like this more accurate for anxiety attacks as someone with panic disorder

[@salliexx7631]

This is probably the side effects of the anxiety medication 💊 x I have panic attacks like that especially when my throat closes up when I cry

[@Carter_0326]

Teri Polo is an AMAZING Actress.

[@emmacoldwellweber]

So powerful

[@skaletjones9668]

AMAZING 👏👏👏💯👌

[@damienp9094]

Ive never seen this, i thought that lady was Jodie Foster and that she has her own show on her family hence the title lol. Great scene

[@remusblack6875]

I wish my mom reacted like this to my panic attacks 😢

[@LShorty]

I don't think I've ever heard Steph voice get that high

[@felixnavarro9842]

Poor honey...

[@nadiavictoria7995]

I love Teri!❤️

[@anaisabelpais7389]

During panic and anxiety attacks, the only thing that helps me is to force myself NOT to breath when hyperventilation kicks in. As soon as I feel my breath get faster and my head get dizzy, I force myself not to breathe. The panic or anxiety are still there, and I might go through a few rounds of hyperventilation, but at least the dizziness is controlled

[@kylediebolder7705]

Story of my life

[@candidaalves2428]

Merece um Oscar

[@m.d.s.d1448]

thats uncalled for

[@chrispeplinski7306]

Panic attacks is rough

[@Angelvalare]

I love Annie Potts

[@karleedarow3474]

where is Mike ? he should help because even though they are divorced they should look out for each other

[@Preppy_Jilly]

Tbh this is the not the best portrayal of a panic attack this is not realistic but that might just be how I see my panic attacks

[@kaleychase1846]

Dang. This scene is still hard to watch all these years later! Why did Freeform cancel this show???!

[@shelbysworld8422]

I c ried when she had a panic attack

[@gaymingwarrior2530]

Me being gay myself sometimes I feel like this might end up being me one day it's never easy being gay and looking for that approval from your family that it's okay to be different from others

[@fightfear3979]

Teri Polo👏👏👏

[@ka_toru]

Pinche escena mamalona. 👏

[@celiawedner]

I think that it would have been great if Callie had picked up Stef instead of Brandon- because of Callie's former panic attacks I feel that they could have really played on this for a couple of episodes... Don't you agree?