Related and Co-Occurring Conditions
It is not uncommon for panic disorder to co-occur with other mood or other anxiety disorders. Some physical diseases are also more prevelent in people with panic disorder. Here you will find a vast amount of information to make sense of these related conditions.
Depression – Signs and Symptoms of Depression
We’ve all felt “sad” or “blue” at one time or another. Rare bouts of depression that last only a few days are usually not a problem for most people. But, clinical depression is a different story. Here you will find information about the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for depression.
We’ve all felt “sad” or “blue” at one time or another. Rare bouts of depression that last only a few days are usually not a problem for most people. But, clinical depression is a different story. Here you will find information about the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for depression.
Depression and Anxiety
Symptoms of depression and anxiety often co-occur in certain disorders. Here you will find information about symptoms and treatments for depression and anxiety.
Symptoms of depression and anxiety often co-occur in certain disorders. Here you will find information about symptoms and treatments for depression and anxiety.
What’s the Difference Between Panic Disorder and GAD?
Panic disorder and GAD are both anxiety-related illnesses identified in the DSM-IV-TR. Although they share some common symptoms, including excessive worry, they are distinct illnesses. How can you tell the difference between panic disorder and GAD?
Panic disorder and GAD are both anxiety-related illnesses identified in the DSM-IV-TR. Although they share some common symptoms, including excessive worry, they are distinct illnesses. How can you tell the difference between panic disorder and GAD?
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is an illness associated with excessive worry about everyday life events. It's symptoms can be consuming and greatly interfere with one's life and well-being. Here you will find an overview of GAD and its symptoms.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is an illness associated with excessive worry about everyday life events. It's symptoms can be consuming and greatly interfere with one's life and well-being. Here you will find an overview of GAD and its symptoms.
Study Links Panic Disorder With Increased Risk of Heart Disease
British researchers suggest a possible risk between panic disorder and coronary heart disease (CHD) and acute myocardial infarction (MI).
British researchers suggest a possible risk between panic disorder and coronary heart disease (CHD) and acute myocardial infarction (MI).
Panic Disorder and Risks of Co-occurring Medical Conditions
Certain medical conditions have been identified as being more prevalent in those with panic disorder that in their non-panic counterparts. The comorbidity (two illnesses or diseases co-existing) of certain medical conditions with panic disorder may complicate treatment strategies. Here you will find information about some of the medical conditions that often co-occur with PD.
Certain medical conditions have been identified as being more prevalent in those with panic disorder that in their non-panic counterparts. The comorbidity (two illnesses or diseases co-existing) of certain medical conditions with panic disorder may complicate treatment strategies. Here you will find information about some of the medical conditions that often co-occur with PD.
Mitral Valve Prolapse MVP and Panic Disorder
MVP involves an abnormality of the mitral valve that allows blood to leak back through the valve opening. Some studies suggest that people with panic disorder, or other anxiety disorders, are more likely to have MVP. Many people with MVP have no symptoms. But, for others, symptoms may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath and other disturbing sensations.
MVP involves an abnormality of the mitral valve that allows blood to leak back through the valve opening. Some studies suggest that people with panic disorder, or other anxiety disorders, are more likely to have MVP. Many people with MVP have no symptoms. But, for others, symptoms may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath and other disturbing sensations.
Acid Reflux Disease and Panic Disorder
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or acid reflux disease, is a common health problem that causes heartburn and acid regurgitation from the stomach. Here you will find information about GERD, including symptoms, risks and complications associated with acid reflux disease.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or acid reflux disease, is a common health problem that causes heartburn and acid regurgitation from the stomach. Here you will find information about GERD, including symptoms, risks and complications associated with acid reflux disease.
Panic Disorder and IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome is not a specific disease, but is used to describe a group of gastrointestinal symptoms. IBS has been associated with panic and other anxiety disorders. Here you will find information about IBS, including common sympotms and diagnostic tests used to confirm the syndrome.
Irritable bowel syndrome is not a specific disease, but is used to describe a group of gastrointestinal symptoms. IBS has been associated with panic and other anxiety disorders. Here you will find information about IBS, including common sympotms and diagnostic tests used to confirm the syndrome.
Anxiety Disorders and Alcohol Abuse Disorders
Limited alcohol use is often considered acceptable in many situations. The occasional night cap to unwind, or the couple of celebratory drinks during a social gathering, are usually not problematic and may even be considered socially customary. But, studies have shown that if you have panic disorder or another anxiety disorder, you may be at risk of having co-occurring problem drinking.
Limited alcohol use is often considered acceptable in many situations. The occasional night cap to unwind, or the couple of celebratory drinks during a social gathering, are usually not problematic and may even be considered socially customary. But, studies have shown that if you have panic disorder or another anxiety disorder, you may be at risk of having co-occurring problem drinking.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma and Panic Disorder
Information from your About.com Guide to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Information from your About.com Guide to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Anxiety Disorders and Depression
Information from your About.com Guide to Depression.
Information from your About.com Guide to Depression.