Coping With Panic Disorder
By Sheryl Ankrom, About.com Guide to Panic Disorder
Managing life with panic disorder or agoraphobia can be difficult. But, effective strategies can help you or a loved one cope with the physical and psychological symptoms of PD.
Self-Help
You can try many self-help techniques to reduce panic and help you on your journey to recovery. With practice, these techniques will soon become an easy way to curb your anxiety and help you regain your ability to enjoy many activities that trigger heightened panic symptoms.
- Deep Breathing
- Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)
- PMR Exercise
- Thought Stopping to Reduce Anxiety
- Systematic Desensitization
- Systematic Desensitization Exercise
- Thought Stopping Exercise
- Relaxation Techniques
- Self-Modification Program
- How to Use a Panic Attack Diary
- Food Diary for Problem Headaches
- How to Stop Excessive Worry
- How to Develop an Anger Management Plan
- Get a Good Night’s Sleep
- Reduce Morning Anxiety
- Panic Disorder Support
- Panic Attack Self-Help
- Coping With Loneliness
- Develop Your Coping Techniques
- Tips to Reduce Stress
Living With Panic Disorder
Life with panic disorder can be difficult at times and potentially disabling. But, you don’t have to be relegated to the sidelines. You can take certain approaches to minimize the complexities of life with PD.
- Panic Disorder Coping Strategies
- Building a Panic Disorder Support Network
- Helping Family and Friends Understand Panic Disorder
- Does Your Diet Contribute to Your Panic Attacks?
- The Family and Medical Leave Act
- Dysfunctional Maladaptive Behaviors
- Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse
For Family and Friends
It may be hard to understand what your friend or loved one with panic disorder is experiencing. But, your support can be invaluable to his recovery.
