chuck, I had a bad bad case of the panic a couple months ago. If you do a search on here you will find a whole load of info on ways to help cure it. The most important I found was to have a shot sequence and stick to it. If you are at full draw and want to punch it, then let the shot down. You have to force your mind that you are the controller of the shot and not your reflexes. If you can use a back tension release, the surprise will be there but you need the shot sequence in my opinion first. Hope this helps. If you need more just drop me an e-mail and I can give you all the info I have about target panic. I' ll even call you if that would be easier. Chris