Treatments

Panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia are treatable conditions. In order to decide how you want to recover from your condition, it is important to know your treatment options. Listed here are some of the most common treatment options for panic disorder.

Prescription medication is a common choice to effectively treat the symptoms of panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Here you will find an overview of the most common medications for panic disorder.

The association of increased suicidal thoughts, especially among adolescents, with antidepressant treatment has been a center of attention and controversy in recent years. Here you will find information about the connection between antidepressants and suicide risk.

Have you decided to attend therapy? Here you will find information on what to expect at your first session and some questions to ask your new therapist.

There are different types of mental health professionals available who are qualifies to treat panic disorder and agoraphobia. Learn more about the most common types professionals who treat panic disorder.

Studies have shown that antidepressants are effective in reducing or eliminating panic attacks and improving anticipatory anxiety and symptoms of agoraphobia. Unfortunately, antidepressants generally don’t result in an immediate relief of symptoms.

Finding help for panic disorder may seem confusing and intimidating at first. You may be wondering where you can get the help you need and what it will be like to meet with a professional. Here you will tips to getting help for panic disorder.

Certain situations may trigger your panic attacks, which can lead to phobias and avoidance behaviors. Learn how to overcome your fears by facing them in your imagination through a process known as desensitization for panic disorder.

As the name implies, antidepressants were initially used for the treatment of depression. It soon became evident, however, that in addition to improving one’s mood, antidepressants had an anti-panic and anti-anxiety effect on those with anxiety-related problems.

Once you have completed treatment for panic disorder, it will be important that you work towards maintaining your success. Here you will find information on what to do when treatment for panic disorder ends.

Psychological interventions are often used for the treatment of panic disorder. Here you will find some common interventions that are thought to be beneficial in reducing panic attacks and agoraphobia.

Systematic desensitization involves using relaxation techniques to gradually become less sensitive to anxiety-provoking situations. Here you will find information about this technique and how it works.

What is holding you back from getting help for panic disorder? Learn about common barriers to treatment, popular treatment options, and resources for getting help for panic disorder.

Systematic Desensitization is a technique used to manage anxiety, panic attacks and phobias. Here you will find information about how to use systematic desensitization to conquer your fears.

Cognitive behavioral therapy is commonly used for the treatment of panic disorder. Here you will find information about CBT along with some of the CBT techniques that may behelpful in the treatment of PD.

Are negative thought patterns contributing to your anxiety and panic? Find out how you can use cognitive behavior modification to help your recovery from panic disorder.

One common and troubling side effect with antidepressant therapy is weight gain. Learn the steps you can take to deal with this troubling side effect.

Rational emotive behavior therapy - REBT – is a cognitive behavioral technique developed by Dr. Albert Ellis. REBT is known to be effective for the treatment a variety of anxiety disorders, including panic disorder. Learn more about REBT, including therapy techniques and finding an REBT professional.

Panic-focused psychodynamic psychotherapy (PFPP) is a form of treatment for panic disorder based on certain psychoanalytic concepts. In general, these concepts assume that people are defined by early human experiences and that unconscious motives and psychological conflicts are at the core of current behavior.

Researchers conducted a small but significant study involving the effectiveness of panic-focused psychodynamic psychotherapy (PFPP). The study demonstrates that PFPP is promising as a therapeutic approach in treating panic disorder.

Benzodiazepines are a class of medications commonly prescribed for the treatment of anxiety and panic attacks associated with panic disorder. Benzodiazepines can be physically and psychologically addicting. But, is physical dependence on a benzodiazepine the same as addiction?

Benzodiazepines are a class of medications commonly used for their tranquilizing and anti-anxiety effects and are often used in the treatment of panic disorder. Benzodiazepines are considered a “Schedule IV controlled substance.” But, what exactly does that mean?

Benzodiazepines are a class of medications commonly prescribed for the treatment of anxiety and panic attacks associated with panic disorder. Because benzodiazepines stimulate the brain’s reward or pleasure centers, they have the potential for abuse. Here you will find information about abuse, tolerance, dependence and addiction of benzodiazepines.

Benzodiazepines are a class of medications commonly used to treat anxiety associated with panic disorder or other anxiety disorders. Here you will learn more about benzodiazepines, including precautions, side effects and potential for abuse or dependence.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors are a class of antidepressants that were developed in the 1950s. They may be used for the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders, especially when treatment with other classes of antidepressants have failed to produce results.

Tyramine is a compound found in many foods, beverages and other substances. This compound has an effect on blood pressure and is regulated by the MAO enzyme. When the MAO enzyme is inhibited (i.e., when taking an MAOI), tyramine can reach dangerously high levels, resulting in critically high blood pressure. While taking an …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning about the increased risk of serotonin syndrome as a result of combining certain antidepressants with certain headache medications. But, the list of medications that have been implicated in an increased risk of serotonin syndrome is far more extensive. Here you will find information about the various medications that may pose a risk of SS, especially when combined.

Serotonin syndrome, or serotonin toxicity, is a rare condition caused by dangerously high levels of serotonin in the brain. It can be potentially life-threatening. It is generally caused by mixing two or more medications that affect serotonin levels in the brain. Here you will find information about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of serotonin syndrome.

Tricyclic antidepressants have been around since the late 1950s. They may be used to treat major depression, panic disorder, other anxiety disorders and a variety of other conditions. Here you will find information about the side effects, precautions and contraindications of TCA therapy.

Paxil (paroxetine) is an SSRI antidepressant commonly used for the treatment of panic disorder and other anxiety disorders. Here you will find information about Paxil (paroxetine), including side effects and contraindications.

Celexa (citalopram) is an SSRI antidepressant commonly used for the treatment of panic disorder and other anxiety disorders. Here you will find information about Celexa (citalopram), including side effects and contraindications.

Prozac (fluoxetine) is an SSRI antidepressant commonly used for the treatment of panic disorder and other anxiety disorders. Here you will find information about Prozac (fluoxetine), including side effects and contraindications.

Zoloft (sertraline HCl) is an SSRI antidepressant manufactured by Pfizer. It was first marketed as a treatment for depression in 1992 and is currently FDA approved for the treatment of panic disorder. Here you will find information about Zoloft/sertraline, including possible side effects and precautions.

Some people find problem headaches or migraines and panic disorder, anxiety, and stress, go hand-in-hand. Keeping a food diary to track your headache symptoms will help you to identify what foods or substances you may want to avoid or limit.

Panic disorder is a very treatable illness. Learn how psychotherapy and medications can help in your recovery from panic disorder.

A-Z database of medications used to treat panic disorder. Find detailed information, including possible side effects, possible drug interactions and usage.

SSRIs are types of antidepressants that are commonly used to treat panic disorder. Here you will find information about how they work and possible side effects of SSRI medication therapy for panic disorder.

The American Psychiatric Association recommends a form of psychotherapy called cognitive-behavioral therapy for the treatment of panic disorder. CBT combines the fundamental concepts of behavioral therapy and cognitive therapy. Here you will find information about these two types of therapy and how they are combined to form CBT.

What types of professionals treat panic disorder? What do those letters after my doctor's or therapist's name mean?

There are many qualified therapists available, but being qualified doesn’t, necessarily, translate to a good fit for every individual. Choosing the right therapist is not an easy, clear-cut decision. Making this choice is a very personal experience, based on your own unique needs and characteristics.

Be prepared for seeing your doctor about your panic attacks. Write down these questions and any others you may have in order to get the most out of your scheduled doctor's appointment.

Deciding to attend therapy for panic disorder involves a commitment of your personal time and energy. Getting the most out of therapy will depend on your efforts as a client.

Online counseling for panic disorder-Is it right for you? Read about the pros and cons on online counseling for panic disorder.

Psychotherapy is one of the most common forms of treatment for panic disorder. However, it is not always effective in treating anxiety-related conditions. You have attended therapy for panic disorder, but found that it has not been helpful. Find out different reasons why therapy isn't working.

Your relationship with your doctor is an important part of the treatment process for panic disorder. Good communication with your doctor is essential in your recovery process. Does your doctor provide you with adequate care or is it time to change doctors? Listed here are reasons why you may need to change doctors and get better treatment for...