It it possible to tell if someone is faking an anxiety attack, or it is a real anxiety attack?

Wow, this is pretty serious, but there is a simple explanation. I've never heard of an anxiety "attack," but I believe I too suffer from mild anxiety and it is something that you wouldn't want to fake. Hospitals should be professional enough apart fakers and people who truly have anxiety. Your friend could just be a little insecure or embarrased so she tells people that she fakes it, but don't go around trying to prove that she's a phony. Try talking to her and help her out. =] Hope this helps.