Panic Disorder: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Prozac
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 its side effects.
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 its side effects.
Anxiety and Panic
The terms anxiety attack and panic attack are often used interchangeably. But, is there a difference between panic and anxiety? Find out the similarities and differences of these closely related terms.
The terms anxiety attack and panic attack are often used interchangeably. But, is there a difference between panic and anxiety? Find out the similarities and differences of these closely related terms.
I Can't Breathe
Anxiety can cause symptoms of breathlessness. Most people describe this as a feeling that they can’t get enough air into their lungs or a sensation of smohthering. Why does this happen? What can you do about it?
Anxiety can cause symptoms of breathlessness. Most people describe this as a feeling that they can’t get enough air into their lungs or a sensation of smohthering. Why does this happen? What can you do about it?
Maladaptive Behavior
What is maladaptive behavior?
What is maladaptive behavior?
DSM Axis
The DSM-IV-TR uses a five level diagnostic system to classify illnesses and disorders. Here you will learn about the five axis criteria used by mental health professionals.
The DSM-IV-TR uses a five level diagnostic system to classify illnesses and disorders. Here you will learn about the five axis criteria used by mental health professionals.
Reduce Morning Anxiety
Do you awaken filled with anxiety, feeling like you just want to curl up under the covers and not face the day ahead? If your answer is yes, then there are some things you can do to minimize your morning anxiety.
Do you awaken filled with anxiety, feeling like you just want to curl up under the covers and not face the day ahead? If your answer is yes, then there are some things you can do to minimize your morning anxiety.
GI Symptoms
Gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances are common medical conditions that often include stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, nausea and vomiting. Here you will find information about how GI disturbances are associated with panic and other anxiety disorders.
Gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances are common medical conditions that often include stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, nausea and vomiting. Here you will find information about how GI disturbances are associated with panic and other anxiety disorders.
Alcohol and Anxiety
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.
Depersonalization/Derealizatio
Depersonalization and derealization can be symptoms of a panic attack or extreme anxiety. These symptoms can be very disturbing, and leave you wondering if you are going insane. But, rest assured you are not. Here you will find information about depersonalization and derealization symptoms and treatment.
Depersonalization and derealization can be symptoms of a panic attack or extreme anxiety. These symptoms can be very disturbing, and leave you wondering if you are going insane. But, rest assured you are not. Here you will find information about depersonalization and derealization symptoms and treatment.
PD Treatment
Panic disorder is a very treatable illness. Learn how psychotherapy and medications can help in your recovery from panic disorder.
Panic disorder is a very treatable illness. Learn how psychotherapy and medications can help in your recovery from panic disorder.
Paxil Side Effects
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.
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.
Systematic Desensitization
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.
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.
Thought Stopping
If you have panic disorder, anxiety or agoraphobia, your thoughts may be contributing to your symptoms. Many experts believe that our thoughts influence how we feel and how we behave. Thought stopping is an easy and effective way to regain control of your troubling thoughts and reduce your anxiety.
If you have panic disorder, anxiety or agoraphobia, your thoughts may be contributing to your symptoms. Many experts believe that our thoughts influence how we feel and how we behave. Thought stopping is an easy and effective way to regain control of your troubling thoughts and reduce your anxiety.
Celexa
Celexa (citalopram) is an antidepressant that is often prescribed to treat panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. Find out more through these FAQs about Celexa for panic disorder.
Celexa (citalopram) is an antidepressant that is often prescribed to treat panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. Find out more through these FAQs about Celexa for panic disorder.
Neurotransmitters
For optimal brain function, neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) must be carefully balanced and orchestrated. Here you will find information about the neurotransmitters associated with many psychological and behavioral illnesses, including panic disorder.
For optimal brain function, neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) must be carefully balanced and orchestrated. Here you will find information about the neurotransmitters associated with many psychological and behavioral illnesses, including panic disorder.
Getting Through a Panic Attack
Getting through a panic attack can be difficult. However, it is possible to manage panic attacks. Here are some tips and strategies for getting through a panic attack.
Getting through a panic attack can be difficult. However, it is possible to manage panic attacks. Here are some tips and strategies for getting through a panic attack.
MAOIs
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.
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.
PD Chest Pain
About 40% of people with panic/anxiety disorder experience pain in their chest. Chest pain or discomfort is listed in the DSM-IV-TR under the symptoms associated with a panic attack. Learn more about this often troubling symptom and its relation to panic disorder.
About 40% of people with panic/anxiety disorder experience pain in their chest. Chest pain or discomfort is listed in the DSM-IV-TR under the symptoms associated with a panic attack. Learn more about this often troubling symptom and its relation to panic disorder.
Fear of Leaving the House
If you have a fear of leaving your house, it is probable that you have an intense fear of being in certain situations in which escape is difficult or potentially embarrassing, or where help is not readily available. How can you overcome this type of fear?
If you have a fear of leaving your house, it is probable that you have an intense fear of being in certain situations in which escape is difficult or potentially embarrassing, or where help is not readily available. How can you overcome this type of fear?
Deep Breathing
Improper breathing can upset the oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange in your body and contribute to anxiety, panic attacks, fatigue and other physical and emotional disturbances.
Improper breathing can upset the oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange in your body and contribute to anxiety, panic attacks, fatigue and other physical and emotional disturbances.
Panic Attack Basics
Do you have questions about panic attacks? Listed here are 5 common FAQs you may have about panic attacks.
Do you have questions about panic attacks? Listed here are 5 common FAQs you may have about panic attacks.
Medication Overview
Prescription medication is a common choice to effectively treat the symptoms of panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Medications for panic disorder fall into two classes of medication: antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs. Here you will find an overview of the most common medications for panic disorder.
Prescription medication is a common choice to effectively treat the symptoms of panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Medications for panic disorder fall into two classes of medication: antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs. Here you will find an overview of the most common medications for panic disorder.
Hyperventilation
Many people with panic disorder experience shortness of breath or sensations that they are smothering. Most people describe this as a feeling that they can’t get enough air into their lungs. Hyperventilation or over breathing may be contributing to your frightening symtpoms. Learn what you can do to breath easier.
Many people with panic disorder experience shortness of breath or sensations that they are smothering. Most people describe this as a feeling that they can’t get enough air into their lungs. Hyperventilation or over breathing may be contributing to your frightening symtpoms. Learn what you can do to breath easier.
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.
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.
Agoraphobia
What is agoraphobia, and how is it related to panic disorder?
What is agoraphobia, and how is it related to panic disorder?
Fear and Anxiety
Fear and anxiety both produce similar responses to certain dangers. But, many experts believe that there are important differences between the two. Here is an explanation of the differences between fear and anxiety.
Fear and anxiety both produce similar responses to certain dangers. But, many experts believe that there are important differences between the two. Here is an explanation of the differences between fear and anxiety.
Panic Disorder Basics
What is Panic Disorder? Here you will learn the basics of Panic Disorder, including how its diagnosed and treated.
What is Panic Disorder? Here you will learn the basics of Panic Disorder, including how its diagnosed and treated.
PD Symptoms
Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder with many different physical, emotional, and psychological symptoms. Learn about the most common symptoms of panic disorder.
Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder with many different physical, emotional, and psychological symptoms. Learn about the most common symptoms of panic disorder.
Sleep
People who suffer with intense anxiety and panic symptoms often find it difficult to fall asleep. Even after falling asleep, people with panic disorder frequently report having problems staying asleep throughout the night. Learn 6 tips for a better nights sleep.
People who suffer with intense anxiety and panic symptoms often find it difficult to fall asleep. Even after falling asleep, people with panic disorder frequently report having problems staying asleep throughout the night. Learn 6 tips for a better nights sleep.
SSRIs
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.
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.
Anger Attacks
Researchers have conducted studies on what they term “anger attacks” in depressed and anxious individuals. They conclude that there are certain similarities between anger attacks and panic attacks.
Researchers have conducted studies on what they term “anger attacks” in depressed and anxious individuals. They conclude that there are certain similarities between anger attacks and panic attacks.
DSM Diagnosis
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) by the American Psychiatric Association is the system used in the United States to classify, describe and diagnosis mental disorders. Here you will find information about the DSM-IV-TR and the criteria used to diagnosis panic attacks and panic disorder.
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) by the American Psychiatric Association is the system used in the United States to classify, describe and diagnosis mental disorders. Here you will find information about the DSM-IV-TR and the criteria used to diagnosis panic attacks and panic disorder.
Xanax
Xanax (alprazolam) is a type of anti-anxiety medication that is often used for the treatment of anxiety and panic attacks. Learn more about this medication through these FAQs about Xanax for panic disorder.
Xanax (alprazolam) is a type of anti-anxiety medication that is often used for the treatment of anxiety and panic attacks. Learn more about this medication through these FAQs about Xanax for panic disorder.
What is a Panic Attack?
A panic attack is a sudden and intense feeling of terror, fear or apprehension, without the presence of actual danger. But, not all panic attacks are alike. Learn about the different types of panic attacks and what symptoms may be experienced.
A panic attack is a sudden and intense feeling of terror, fear or apprehension, without the presence of actual danger. But, not all panic attacks are alike. Learn about the different types of panic attacks and what symptoms may be experienced.
Anxiety Attacks
“Anxiety attack” is not a formal, clinical term, but one that is used by many people to describe all sorts of things, from feeling worried about an upcoming event to intense feelings of terror or fear that would meet the diagnostic criteria for a panic attack.
“Anxiety attack” is not a formal, clinical term, but one that is used by many people to describe all sorts of things, from feeling worried about an upcoming event to intense feelings of terror or fear that would meet the diagnostic criteria for a panic attack.
Valium
Valium (diazepam) is an anti-anxiety medication that is often prescribed to help treat panic attacks and other symptoms. Learn more through this overview of Valium for panic disorder.
Valium (diazepam) is an anti-anxiety medication that is often prescribed to help treat panic attacks and other symptoms. Learn more through this overview of Valium for panic disorder.
Shortness of Breath
If you have experienced panic attacks, you may be familiar with the choking, smothering, or suffocating sensations that often occur during an attack. These feelings can be extremely frightening and often lead to even more panic. However, shortness of breath is a common symptom of panic disorder and is typically not life-threatening. Learn more about the relationship between panic disorder and hyperventilation.
If you have experienced panic attacks, you may be familiar with the choking, smothering, or suffocating sensations that often occur during an attack. These feelings can be extremely frightening and often lead to even more panic. However, shortness of breath is a common symptom of panic disorder and is typically not life-threatening. Learn more about the relationship between panic disorder and hyperventilation.
Loneliness
Science has shown that human beings have an innate need to feel connected. We are social beings with a fundamental need to belong. This need is not only essential to our growth and development when we are young, but continues to play a role in our overall sense of wellbeing throughout our lives. In fact, feelings of loneliness have been linked to a variety of mental and physical health consequences.
Science has shown that human beings have an innate need to feel connected. We are social beings with a fundamental need to belong. This need is not only essential to our growth and development when we are young, but continues to play a role in our overall sense of wellbeing throughout our lives. In fact, feelings of loneliness have been linked to a variety of mental and physical health consequences.
Zoloft
Zoloft (sertraline) is an antidepressant that is prescribed to treat panic disorder and other conditions. Learn more through this overview of Zoloft for panic disorder.
Zoloft (sertraline) is an antidepressant that is prescribed to treat panic disorder and other conditions. Learn more through this overview of Zoloft for panic disorder.
Ativan
Ativan (lorazepam) is a type of anti-anxiety medication that is often used to treat panic attacks and other symptoms. Learn more through this overview of Ativan for panic disorder.
Ativan (lorazepam) is a type of anti-anxiety medication that is often used to treat panic attacks and other symptoms. Learn more through this overview of Ativan for panic disorder.
Normal and Problem Anxiety
An infinite number of human experiencescause anxiety. Everyone experiences anxiety at one time or another, and it is beneficial in certain situations. But, for many people, anxiety becomes a problem. Here you will find information to help you learn to distinguish between the normal and problem anxiety in your life.
An infinite number of human experiencescause anxiety. Everyone experiences anxiety at one time or another, and it is beneficial in certain situations. But, for many people, anxiety becomes a problem. Here you will find information to help you learn to distinguish between the normal and problem anxiety in your life.
PD Causes
Several theories have been developed to explain the cause of panic disorder. Here you will find information about the genetic, environmental, metabolic and biological influences believed to play a part in the development of panic disorder.
Several theories have been developed to explain the cause of panic disorder. Here you will find information about the genetic, environmental, metabolic and biological influences believed to play a part in the development of panic disorder.
What is Existentialism
Definition of existentialism
Definition of existentialism
PD Maladaptive Behaviors
Maladaptive behaviors refer to types of behaviors that inhibit a person’s ability to adjust to particular situations. Maladaptive behaviors are never good because they prevent people from adapting to the demands of life. If you experience frequent panic (anxiety) attacks and have been diagnosed with panic disorder or another anxiety disorder, you may have inadvertently developed maladaptive patterns of behavior to cope with your situation.
Maladaptive behaviors refer to types of behaviors that inhibit a person’s ability to adjust to particular situations. Maladaptive behaviors are never good because they prevent people from adapting to the demands of life. If you experience frequent panic (anxiety) attacks and have been diagnosed with panic disorder or another anxiety disorder, you may have inadvertently developed maladaptive patterns of behavior to cope with your situation.
Addiction and Dependence
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 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?
Diagnosis of Panic Disorder
If you suspect you may have panic disorder, it's a good idea to find out how the diagnosis process works.
If you suspect you may have panic disorder, it's a good idea to find out how the diagnosis process works.
Lactic Acid
Definition of Lactic Acid
Definition of Lactic Acid
Fight or Flight
What is the fight or flight response and how is it related to panic disorder?
What is the fight or flight response and how is it related to panic disorder?
Physical Symptoms
Anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, are characterized by many uncomfortable physical symptoms. Additionally, there are numerous co-occurring conditions that are frequently experienced by those diagnosed with panic disorder. Learn about the common physical symptoms and co-occurring conditions of panic and anxiety.
Anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, are characterized by many uncomfortable physical symptoms. Additionally, there are numerous co-occurring conditions that are frequently experienced by those diagnosed with panic disorder. Learn about the common physical symptoms and co-occurring conditions of panic and anxiety.
Serotonin Syndrome
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.
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.
Treatments
Panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia are treatable conditions. Common treatment options for panic disorder include medication and/or psychotherapy. Find out more about some of the most common treatment options for panic disorder.
Panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia are treatable conditions. Common treatment options for panic disorder include medication and/or psychotherapy. Find out more about some of the most common treatment options for panic disorder.
Worry
People with panic disorder often want to know how they can stop worrying so much. Learn to reduce your chronic worrying through these helpful tips.
People with panic disorder often want to know how they can stop worrying so much. Learn to reduce your chronic worrying through these helpful tips.
Diet and Panic Attacks
Is your diet increasing your anxiety and panic attacks?
Is your diet increasing your anxiety and panic attacks?
Top 10 FAQs
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about panic disorder.
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about panic disorder.
Top 4 Relaxation
Relaxation techniques have been found to reduce tension throughout the body and quiet the mind. Relaxation techniques are an effective way to manage the symptoms of panic disorder, panic attacks, and anxiety. Here you will find information on the top four relaxation techniques for anxiety.
Relaxation techniques have been found to reduce tension throughout the body and quiet the mind. Relaxation techniques are an effective way to manage the symptoms of panic disorder, panic attacks, and anxiety. Here you will find information on the top four relaxation techniques for anxiety.
Chest Pain
Chest pain is a common and often frightening symptom of panic disorder. When experiencing chest pain during a panic attack, it can feel as though you are experiencing a medical emergency. Learn more about the link between chest pain and panic disorder.
Chest pain is a common and often frightening symptom of panic disorder. When experiencing chest pain during a panic attack, it can feel as though you are experiencing a medical emergency. Learn more about the link between chest pain and panic disorder.
Chronic Worry
Worry can be normal and even beneficial in certain circumstances, but worry becomes a problem when it is chronic, consuming and leads to anxious avoidance and inhibition. Chronic worry can make recovery from panic disorder, anxiety or agoraphobia more difficult.
Worry can be normal and even beneficial in certain circumstances, but worry becomes a problem when it is chronic, consuming and leads to anxious avoidance and inhibition. Chronic worry can make recovery from panic disorder, anxiety or agoraphobia more difficult.
Anticipatory Anxiety
If you have panic disorder, you may find yourself anxiously anticipating many life events -- driving to work, going into a store, attending a social gathering and many other activities. Anticipatory anxiety may cause you to feel so anxious that it interfere with your ability to fully function in your everyday life. Here you will learn how to deal with anticipatory anxiety.
If you have panic disorder, you may find yourself anxiously anticipating many life events -- driving to work, going into a store, attending a social gathering and many other activities. Anticipatory anxiety may cause you to feel so anxious that it interfere with your ability to fully function in your everyday life. Here you will learn how to deal with anticipatory anxiety.
Cognitive Distortions
Can your negative thinking be contributing to your panic disorder symptoms? Learn all about the 10 most common negative thinking patterns that can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression.
Can your negative thinking be contributing to your panic disorder symptoms? Learn all about the 10 most common negative thinking patterns that can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression.
DSMIVTR
Definition of DSM-IV-TR
Definition of DSM-IV-TR
GERD
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.
Myths
There are many misconceptions about panic disorder and agoraphobia. Here we dispel the common myths about panic disorder.
There are many misconceptions about panic disorder and agoraphobia. Here we dispel the common myths about panic disorder.
Defense Mechanisms
Defense mechanisms can be barriers to change. On the surface they sometimes appear to help us reduce anxiety, but they can become a problem.
Defense mechanisms can be barriers to change. On the surface they sometimes appear to help us reduce anxiety, but they can become a problem.
Children and Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are common psychiatric illnesses that generally cause feelings of fear or distress in certain situations. Children -- even very young children -- are not immune to developing panic disorder or another type of anxiety disorder. If the symptoms are left unrecognized and untreated, young sufferers may experience academic difficulties, social and interpersonal problems and trouble adjusting to new life experiences.
Anxiety disorders are common psychiatric illnesses that generally cause feelings of fear or distress in certain situations. Children -- even very young children -- are not immune to developing panic disorder or another type of anxiety disorder. If the symptoms are left unrecognized and untreated, young sufferers may experience academic difficulties, social and interpersonal problems and trouble adjusting to new life experiences.
FMLA
If you have panic disorder or another anxiety disorder, there is a good chance that your condition is chronic. At times, the intensity of your symptoms may affect your ability to carry out your usual employment duties, possibly resulting in your need to take a temporary medical leave of absence from work. Here you will find information about the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), including who's covered and what benefits may be available to you.
If you have panic disorder or another anxiety disorder, there is a good chance that your condition is chronic. At times, the intensity of your symptoms may affect your ability to carry out your usual employment duties, possibly resulting in your need to take a temporary medical leave of absence from work. Here you will find information about the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), including who's covered and what benefits may be available to you.
Anxiety Disorders
Problem anxiety may lead to an anxiety disorder. Here you will find information about the anxiety disorders identified in the DSM-IV-TR.
Problem anxiety may lead to an anxiety disorder. Here you will find information about the anxiety disorders identified in the DSM-IV-TR.
Klonopin
Klonopin (clonazepam) is one type of benzodiazepine that is commonly used to treat symptoms of anxiety and panic attacks. Find out more through these FAQS about Klonopin for panic disorder.
Klonopin (clonazepam) is one type of benzodiazepine that is commonly used to treat symptoms of anxiety and panic attacks. Find out more through these FAQS about Klonopin for panic disorder.
Reduce Worry
It’s normal to worry from time to time. Given life’s many unknowns and challenges, worry could be considered a very natural response to many situations. But chronic and all-consuming worry can be troublesome and interfere with our ability to function freely and calmly in our daily lives. More importantly, chronic worry can make your recovery from panic disorder, anxiety or agoraphobia more difficult.
It’s normal to worry from time to time. Given life’s many unknowns and challenges, worry could be considered a very natural response to many situations. But chronic and all-consuming worry can be troublesome and interfere with our ability to function freely and calmly in our daily lives. More importantly, chronic worry can make your recovery from panic disorder, anxiety or agoraphobia more difficult.
Control of Benzodiazepines
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 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?
All-or-Nothing Thinking
All-or-nothing thinking is a type of negative thinking pattern that is common among people with panic disorder, depression, or other anxiety-related issues. Find out how you can overcome this common cognitive distortion.
All-or-nothing thinking is a type of negative thinking pattern that is common among people with panic disorder, depression, or other anxiety-related issues. Find out how you can overcome this common cognitive distortion.
Depersonalization
During a panic attack, some people feel that they are becoming disconnected from themselves and the world around them. Known as depersonalization and derealization, these frightening symptoms can heighten one's fears and anxiety. Learn more about these common symptoms of panic disorder.
During a panic attack, some people feel that they are becoming disconnected from themselves and the world around them. Known as depersonalization and derealization, these frightening symptoms can heighten one's fears and anxiety. Learn more about these common symptoms of panic disorder.
PMR
Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a stress and anxiety management technique. If you have panic disorder, agoraphobia or another type of anxiety disorder, you may experience frequent muscle tension that may be contributing to your anxiety. In fact, chronic muscle tension may be so automatic that it seems normal, and you may have forgotten what it feels like when your muscles are completely relaxed. Learn what progressive muscle relaxation is and how it can help you.
Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a stress and anxiety management technique. If you have panic disorder, agoraphobia or another type of anxiety disorder, you may experience frequent muscle tension that may be contributing to your anxiety. In fact, chronic muscle tension may be so automatic that it seems normal, and you may have forgotten what it feels like when your muscles are completely relaxed. Learn what progressive muscle relaxation is and how it can help you.
Chemical Imbalance and PD
Panic disorder has been linked to chemical imbalances in the brain. Here you will find information about the brain’s communication process using chemical messengers and what chemicals have been associated with panic disorder.
Panic disorder has been linked to chemical imbalances in the brain. Here you will find information about the brain’s communication process using chemical messengers and what chemicals have been associated with panic disorder.
Can it be cured?
There isn't a single pill or method that can completely cure every individual who has panic disorder. However, there are several treatment options which have proven to be effective. This article describes empirically-validated treatment options for panic disorder.
There isn't a single pill or method that can completely cure every individual who has panic disorder. However, there are several treatment options which have proven to be effective. This article describes empirically-validated treatment options for panic disorder.
Living With PD
Living with panic disorder is not always easy. But there are ways you can manage the anxiety and panic in your life.
Living with panic disorder is not always easy. But there are ways you can manage the anxiety and panic in your life.
Antidepressants and Weight Gai
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.
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.
MAOIs and Diet
MAOI treatment requires certain dietary precautions. Here you will find which foods and beverages to avoid while taking MAOIs.
MAOI treatment requires certain dietary precautions. Here you will find which foods and beverages to avoid while taking MAOIs.
Ways Impact Life
Panic disorder can greatly impact a person's life. Relationships, health, and career can all be affected by a diagnosis of panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Here you will find information about the effects of living with panic disorder.
Panic disorder can greatly impact a person's life. Relationships, health, and career can all be affected by a diagnosis of panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Here you will find information about the effects of living with panic disorder.
Psychomotor Agitation
What is psychomotor agitation?
What is psychomotor agitation?
Manage Anxiety
Anxiety can negatively impact your life in many ways and can often be felt on physical, emotional, and cognitive levels. Anxiety is a common problem for people with panic disorder and agoraphobia. However, you can develop ways to manage your anxiety. Follow these simple steps to help you cope with anxiety.
Anxiety can negatively impact your life in many ways and can often be felt on physical, emotional, and cognitive levels. Anxiety is a common problem for people with panic disorder and agoraphobia. However, you can develop ways to manage your anxiety. Follow these simple steps to help you cope with anxiety.
Agoraphobia 101
Agoraphobia is a mental health condition that is often associated with panic disorder. Learn five common FAQs about agoraphobia, including information on diagnosis, prevalence, and treatment options.
Agoraphobia is a mental health condition that is often associated with panic disorder. Learn five common FAQs about agoraphobia, including information on diagnosis, prevalence, and treatment options.
Panic Disorder and OCD
Panic disorder and OCD are both categorized an anxiety disorders, which are mental health issues marked by excessive nervousness and worry. However, Panic disorder and OCD are separate disorders with their own set of diagnostic criteria.
Panic disorder and OCD are both categorized an anxiety disorders, which are mental health issues marked by excessive nervousness and worry. However, Panic disorder and OCD are separate disorders with their own set of diagnostic criteria.
CBM
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.
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.
Coping With Loneliness
It takes great effort and courage to confront loneliness. And, even greater effort and courage to make the necessary changes to find relief from its consuming grip. But, it is possible. And, your efforts will be greatly rewarded as you find it possible to feel a sense of connectedness and belonging with others. Here you will find some tips to get you started.
It takes great effort and courage to confront loneliness. And, even greater effort and courage to make the necessary changes to find relief from its consuming grip. But, it is possible. And, your efforts will be greatly rewarded as you find it possible to feel a sense of connectedness and belonging with others. Here you will find some tips to get you started.
CBT
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.
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.
Impact on Social Relationships
Panic Disorder can have a profound impact on social relationships. This article is for family and friends who are interested in helping a loved one with panic disorder. Listed here are some Do's and Don'ts to minimize the possible negative impact of panic disorder on social relationships.
Panic Disorder can have a profound impact on social relationships. This article is for family and friends who are interested in helping a loved one with panic disorder. Listed here are some Do's and Don'ts to minimize the possible negative impact of panic disorder on social relationships.
Who Treats PD?
What kind of doctors or other healthcare providers treat panic disorder? What do those letters after my doctor's or therapist's name mean?
What kind of doctors or other healthcare providers treat panic disorder? What do those letters after my doctor's or therapist's name mean?
Paxil
Paxil (paroxetine) is a medication that belongs to a class of antidepressants known as SSRIs. Paxil is often prescribed to treat both mood and anxiety disorders. Here you will find an overview of Paxil for panic disorder.
Paxil (paroxetine) is a medication that belongs to a class of antidepressants known as SSRIs. Paxil is often prescribed to treat both mood and anxiety disorders. Here you will find an overview of Paxil for panic disorder.
PD 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 are Antidepressants?
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.
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.
Psychomotor Retardation
What is psychomotor retardation?
What is psychomotor retardation?
Physical Symptoms of PD
People with panic disorder usually experience physical symptoms associated with panic attacks and anxiety. Sometimes these physical symptoms send sufferers to emergency rooms and doctors offices in an attempt to uncover an underlying medical illness. Here you will find a brief overview of some of the common physical symptoms associated with panic attacks and anxiety.
People with panic disorder usually experience physical symptoms associated with panic attacks and anxiety. Sometimes these physical symptoms send sufferers to emergency rooms and doctors offices in an attempt to uncover an underlying medical illness. Here you will find a brief overview of some of the common physical symptoms associated with panic attacks and anxiety.
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.
Yoga
Yoga has become a popular form of exercise and relaxation. Yoga may also be beneficial for panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Find out how yoga can help with panic and anxiety.
Yoga has become a popular form of exercise and relaxation. Yoga may also be beneficial for panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Find out how yoga can help with panic and anxiety.
Helping Partner
A diagnosis of an anxiety disorder, such as panic disorder, can greatly impact a relationship. Here you will find 5 ways for couples to manage panic disorder.
A diagnosis of an anxiety disorder, such as panic disorder, can greatly impact a relationship. Here you will find 5 ways for couples to manage panic disorder.
10 Questions for Doctor
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.
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.
What is Serotonin Syndrome?
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.
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.
Forgiveness
Forgiving others who have hurt you can be a difficult thing to do. However, it can be good for your physical and emotional health. Learn more about the process of forgiveness and ways to get started.
Forgiving others who have hurt you can be a difficult thing to do. However, it can be good for your physical and emotional health. Learn more about the process of forgiveness and ways to get started.
First Session
Once you have scheduled your first therapy session, you may be wondering what to expect. Your first session will be unlike any of your other therapy sessions, as your therapist will be gathering information to make an accurate diagnosis. Find out more about what to expect at your first session and some potential questions to ask your therapist.
Once you have scheduled your first therapy session, you may be wondering what to expect. Your first session will be unlike any of your other therapy sessions, as your therapist will be gathering information to make an accurate diagnosis. Find out more about what to expect at your first session and some potential questions to ask your therapist.
Dating Anxiety
If you’re single and looking for love, you’re likely familiar with the usual anxieties associated with dating. Most of us feel at least a little nervous when starting a new relationship. If you’re anxious about dating, here are some tips to help you relax and have fun.
If you’re single and looking for love, you’re likely familiar with the usual anxieties associated with dating. Most of us feel at least a little nervous when starting a new relationship. If you’re anxious about dating, here are some tips to help you relax and have fun.
IBS
Research has shown that the incidence of irritable bowel syndrome is high among people with panic disorder. Learn more about the link between panic disorder and IBS.
Research has shown that the incidence of irritable bowel syndrome is high among people with panic disorder. Learn more about the link between panic disorder and IBS.
Self-Help
Self-help strategies can assist you in coping with panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Find out more about popular self-help techniques that will assist you in managing your symptoms.
Self-help strategies can assist you in coping with panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Find out more about popular self-help techniques that will assist you in managing your symptoms.
Anger Management
It’s not unusual for people with panic disorder, agoraphobia or another anxiety disorder to experience frustration because of their condition. Sometimes this frustration can develop into anger –- anger toward yourself, anger at your situation or anger toward others. Here you will find tips to develop an anger management plan to help you express your feelings constructively.
It’s not unusual for people with panic disorder, agoraphobia or another anxiety disorder to experience frustration because of their condition. Sometimes this frustration can develop into anger –- anger toward yourself, anger at your situation or anger toward others. Here you will find tips to develop an anger management plan to help you express your feelings constructively.
Benzodiazepine Abuse
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 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.
Mental Filter
Mental filters are a type of cognitive distortion common among those with panic disorder, depression, and other anxiety-related disorders. Find out how you can conquer this form of negative thinking.
Mental filters are a type of cognitive distortion common among those with panic disorder, depression, and other anxiety-related disorders. Find out how you can conquer this form of negative thinking.
Headache Symptoms
If you have panic disorder, you may experience frequent headache symptoms. These troubling symptoms can range from moderate throbbing to a debilitating migraine. Here you will find information about headaches and panic disorder.
If you have panic disorder, you may experience frequent headache symptoms. These troubling symptoms can range from moderate throbbing to a debilitating migraine. Here you will find information about headaches and panic disorder.
Jumping to Conclusions
Jumping to conclusions is a form of negative thinking, or cognitive distortion, that is common among people with panic disorder. Learn about more about this cognitive distortion and ways you can move past negative thinking.
Jumping to conclusions is a form of negative thinking, or cognitive distortion, that is common among people with panic disorder. Learn about more about this cognitive distortion and ways you can move past negative thinking.
Homebound
About one-third of people with panic disorder will develop agoraphobia. A distressing and potentially disabling condition, agoraphobia can greatly impact a person's quality of life. Many people with agoraphobia have become homebound out of fear. Learn some tips to help you overcome a fear of leaving your home.
About one-third of people with panic disorder will develop agoraphobia. A distressing and potentially disabling condition, agoraphobia can greatly impact a person's quality of life. Many people with agoraphobia have become homebound out of fear. Learn some tips to help you overcome a fear of leaving your home.
Physical Exercise
Research has shown that exercise can help ease many symptoms associated with panic attacks and anxiety. Learn how you can participate in self-care for panic disorder and benefit from a regular exercise routine.
Research has shown that exercise can help ease many symptoms associated with panic attacks and anxiety. Learn how you can participate in self-care for panic disorder and benefit from a regular exercise routine.
What is psychosis?
What is psychosis?
What is psychosis?
5 Self-Help Books
Listed here are the top 5 self-help books for panic disorder. Learn about cognitive-behavioral techniques, coping skills, and other specific resources from these books.
Listed here are the top 5 self-help books for panic disorder. Learn about cognitive-behavioral techniques, coping skills, and other specific resources from these books.
Art Therapy
Art therapy makes use of creative expression, such as drawing, painting, or collage, to assist in emotional healing. Learn how art therapy can help in the treatment of anxiety and panic disorder.
Art therapy makes use of creative expression, such as drawing, painting, or collage, to assist in emotional healing. Learn how art therapy can help in the treatment of anxiety and panic disorder.
REBT
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.
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.
Change Negative Thoughts
Negative thinking is a common issue for people with anxiety disorders. These types of thoughts can be contributing to anxious feelings and fears. Learn how you can use a writing exercise to stop negative thinking.
Negative thinking is a common issue for people with anxiety disorders. These types of thoughts can be contributing to anxious feelings and fears. Learn how you can use a writing exercise to stop negative thinking.
Avoiding Feared Situations
Maladaptive behaviors refer to types of behaviors that inhibit a person’s ability to adjust to particular situations. Maladaptive behaviors are never good because they prevent people from adapting to the demands of life. Maladaptive behaviors are often used to reduce anxiety, but the result is dysfunctional and non-productive.
Maladaptive behaviors refer to types of behaviors that inhibit a person’s ability to adjust to particular situations. Maladaptive behaviors are never good because they prevent people from adapting to the demands of life. Maladaptive behaviors are often used to reduce anxiety, but the result is dysfunctional and non-productive.
PD Risk Factors
There are certain factors that can influence the risk of developing panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Learn about the most common risk factors associated with panic disorder.
There are certain factors that can influence the risk of developing panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Learn about the most common risk factors associated with panic disorder.
Biological Theories
A discussion of the biological theories of the cause of panic disorder.
A discussion of the biological theories of the cause of panic disorder.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness meditation is a relaxation technique that can assist in reducing many of the symptoms of panic disorder. Through practice, mindfulness mediation can help you get past negative thoughts and worries, relieve stress, and reduce feelings of anxiety. Learn more about mindfulness meditation for panic disorder.
Mindfulness meditation is a relaxation technique that can assist in reducing many of the symptoms of panic disorder. Through practice, mindfulness mediation can help you get past negative thoughts and worries, relieve stress, and reduce feelings of anxiety. Learn more about mindfulness meditation for panic disorder.
Negative Thinking
A person's thoughts, values, and perceptions shape the way they see themselves and the world around them. Unfortunately, many people with anxiety and/or mood disorders are prone to having negative thoughts and mistaken beliefs. Learn more about how negative thinking and self-defeating beliefs can contribute to symptoms of panic and anxiety.
A person's thoughts, values, and perceptions shape the way they see themselves and the world around them. Unfortunately, many people with anxiety and/or mood disorders are prone to having negative thoughts and mistaken beliefs. Learn more about how negative thinking and self-defeating beliefs can contribute to symptoms of panic and anxiety.
PD and Relationships
Panic disorder can have an affect on your personal and professional relationships. Learn how you can create healthy and lasting social relationships.
Panic disorder can have an affect on your personal and professional relationships. Learn how you can create healthy and lasting social relationships.
PD Diagnosis
Learn what you need to know about how panic disorder is diagnosed.
Learn what you need to know about how panic disorder is diagnosed.
Antidepressants
Antidepressant medications are one of the most common treatment options for panic disorder, but how can they help with panic symptoms? Here you will find information on the three main types of antidepressants and how they are used in the treatment of panic disorder.
Antidepressant medications are one of the most common treatment options for panic disorder, but how can they help with panic symptoms? Here you will find information on the three main types of antidepressants and how they are used in the treatment of panic disorder.
TCAs
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.
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.
Thoughts Cause Panic
Your negative thinking patterns are contributing to panic disorder. Learn how your thoughts cause panic disorder and what you can do to change your mind.
Your negative thinking patterns are contributing to panic disorder. Learn how your thoughts cause panic disorder and what you can do to change your mind.
Panic and Social Anxiety
How do panic disorder and social anxiety disorder differ? Compare these two anxiety disorders and find out about their differences.
How do panic disorder and social anxiety disorder differ? Compare these two anxiety disorders and find out about their differences.
Tips for Family and Friends
If you have a friend or family member with panic disorder, you may be struggling to understand their diagnosis. You may also find it difficult to relate to what they are going through. Listed here are tips for family and friends who have a loved one with panic disorder.
If you have a friend or family member with panic disorder, you may be struggling to understand their diagnosis. You may also find it difficult to relate to what they are going through. Listed here are tips for family and friends who have a loved one with panic disorder.
Antidepressants Take Time
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.
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.
Headaches
Research has determined that people with panic disorder are more prone to suffering with headaches. People who have persistent panic attacks are also more likely to experience intense headaches, known as migraines. Learn more about the link between headaches and panic disorder.
Research has determined that people with panic disorder are more prone to suffering with headaches. People who have persistent panic attacks are also more likely to experience intense headaches, known as migraines. Learn more about the link between headaches and panic disorder.
Desensitization
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.
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.
Coping Skills
Enhancing your coping techniques can help you deal with anxiety-provoking situations. Here you will find tips to help you make the most of your coping skills.
Enhancing your coping techniques can help you deal with anxiety-provoking situations. Here you will find tips to help you make the most of your coping skills.
Panic Disorder and PTSD
Panic Disorder and PTSD are both anxiety-related conditions marked with fear and intense physical symptoms. Here you will find information about the differences between panic disorder and PTSD.
Panic Disorder and PTSD are both anxiety-related conditions marked with fear and intense physical symptoms. Here you will find information about the differences between panic disorder and PTSD.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy isn't just a luxury available only at spas and wellness centers. Therapeutic massage is now offered at many hospitals and clinics as a way to help ease stress and anxiety. Massage can also assist in treating a variety of medical and mental health issues. Find out more about massage therapy for panic disorder.
Massage therapy isn't just a luxury available only at spas and wellness centers. Therapeutic massage is now offered at many hospitals and clinics as a way to help ease stress and anxiety. Massage can also assist in treating a variety of medical and mental health issues. Find out more about massage therapy for panic disorder.
Panic Attack Self-Help
The symptoms of a panic attack usually happen suddenly, peak within 10 minutes and then subside. However, some attacks may last longer or may occur in succession, making it difficult to determine when one attack ends and another begins. But, there are some steps you can take that may stop a panic attack from escalating out-of-control and reduce your overall anxiety.
The symptoms of a panic attack usually happen suddenly, peak within 10 minutes and then subside. However, some attacks may last longer or may occur in succession, making it difficult to determine when one attack ends and another begins. But, there are some steps you can take that may stop a panic attack from escalating out-of-control and reduce your overall anxiety.
Tips for the Support Person
Are you supporting a friend or loved one with panic disorder or agoraphobia? If so, you may find these tips helpful.
Are you supporting a friend or loved one with panic disorder or agoraphobia? If so, you may find these tips helpful.
Misdiagnosis
Mental health providers utilize specific criteria in diagnosing mental health disorders. At times, it is possible that a person may have been misdiagnosed. Learn about some potential reasons why misdiagnosis can occur.
Mental health providers utilize specific criteria in diagnosing mental health disorders. At times, it is possible that a person may have been misdiagnosed. Learn about some potential reasons why misdiagnosis can occur.
Relaxation Techniques
By leaning and practicing relaxation techniques, you will be able to reduce the level of your anxiety and panic attacks. You may even be able to defuse an attack in the making. Here you will find information about some popular relaxation techniques.
By leaning and practicing relaxation techniques, you will be able to reduce the level of your anxiety and panic attacks. You may even be able to defuse an attack in the making. Here you will find information about some popular relaxation techniques.
PD and 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).
How can SSRIs help?
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) are a type of antidepressant that is used to effectively treat panic disorder. These medications have been found to help alleviate the symptoms of panic disorder. This article reviews how SSRIs are utilized in the treatment of panic disorder.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) are a type of antidepressant that is used to effectively treat panic disorder. These medications have been found to help alleviate the symptoms of panic disorder. This article reviews how SSRIs are utilized in the treatment of panic disorder.
Related Conditions
People diagnosed with panic disorder are often more vulnerable to developing co-occurring anxiety and mood disorders. Some mental health disorders have similar symptoms, but are diagnosed and classified as separate conditions.
People diagnosed with panic disorder are often more vulnerable to developing co-occurring anxiety and mood disorders. Some mental health disorders have similar symptoms, but are diagnosed and classified as separate conditions.
Emotional Reasoning
Emotional reasoning is a type of cognitive distortion often used by people with panic disorder. Here you will find examples of emotional reasoning and learn to overcome negative thinking patterns.
Emotional reasoning is a type of cognitive distortion often used by people with panic disorder. Here you will find examples of emotional reasoning and learn to overcome negative thinking patterns.
Morning Panic
Morning anxiety is a common issue for people with anxiety disorders. Many people with panic disorder report that they experience more frequent panic attacks in the morning. Find out what you can do to deal with panic and anxiety in the morning.
Morning anxiety is a common issue for people with anxiety disorders. Many people with panic disorder report that they experience more frequent panic attacks in the morning. Find out what you can do to deal with panic and anxiety in the morning.
Mindfulness Exercise
Mindfulness meditation is a type of relaxation technique that may be able to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. To get started, all you need is 5 to 10 minutes and a quiet environment. Start practicing now by learning this mindfulness meditation exercise.
Mindfulness meditation is a type of relaxation technique that may be able to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. To get started, all you need is 5 to 10 minutes and a quiet environment. Start practicing now by learning this mindfulness meditation exercise.
Psychotherapy for PD
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.
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.
Diet and Exercise
Did you know that your lifestyle can greatly impact your experience with anxiety? Research has found that poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and overwhelming stress can affect your levels of anxiety. Learn more about the benefits that exercise, proper nutrition, and stress management can have on anxiety and panic disorder.
Did you know that your lifestyle can greatly impact your experience with anxiety? Research has found that poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and overwhelming stress can affect your levels of anxiety. Learn more about the benefits that exercise, proper nutrition, and stress management can have on anxiety and panic disorder.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a technique that is being used to treat an array of health issues and conditions. This technique is also being used to treat anxiety disorders. Learn more about hypnotherapy and how it can be used to treat panic disorder.
Hypnotherapy is a technique that is being used to treat an array of health issues and conditions. This technique is also being used to treat anxiety disorders. Learn more about hypnotherapy and how it can be used to treat panic disorder.
Visualization
Visualization is a powerful technique that can help you reduce anxiety and manage panic attacks. Learn more about visualization and start using your imagination to improve your relaxation response and cope with panic disorder.
Visualization is a powerful technique that can help you reduce anxiety and manage panic attacks. Learn more about visualization and start using your imagination to improve your relaxation response and cope with panic disorder.
Magnification and Minimization
panic disorders, panic attacks, agoraphobias, fears, anxieties, phobias, negative thinking, depression, cognitive distortions, cognitive therapies
panic disorders, panic attacks, agoraphobias, fears, anxieties, phobias, negative thinking, depression, cognitive distortions, cognitive therapies
Journaling
Journal writing is a self-help technique that can help you manage life with panic disorder. Journaling can be a great way to express your emotions, track your progress, and experience personal development. Learn more about journal writing, including the benefits of and tips for using this coping technique.
Journal writing is a self-help technique that can help you manage life with panic disorder. Journaling can be a great way to express your emotions, track your progress, and experience personal development. Learn more about journal writing, including the benefits of and tips for using this coping technique.
Self-Esteem
Poor self-esteem has been found to contribute to increased anxiety. Often times people with panic disorder also suffer from low self-esteem. However, there are ways to improve your self-esteem. Here you will find 4 tips to help you boost your self-esteem.
Poor self-esteem has been found to contribute to increased anxiety. Often times people with panic disorder also suffer from low self-esteem. However, there are ways to improve your self-esteem. Here you will find 4 tips to help you boost your self-esteem.
Causes
The exact causes of anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, remains unknown. However, there are several theories that attempt to explain the causes of panic attacks and panic disorder. Learn more about the possible causes of panic disorder.
The exact causes of anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, remains unknown. However, there are several theories that attempt to explain the causes of panic attacks and panic disorder. Learn more about the possible causes of panic disorder.