Panic Disorder Encyclopedia

Table of Contents

  1. Overview
  2. Symptoms
  3. Diagnosis
  4. Treatments
  5. Causes
  6. Getting Help
  7. Related Information
  8. Living With

Panic Disorder

Over 12 million people in the United States are estimated to suffer from panic disorder, and is twice as common in women as it is in men. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder where the patient will experience recurring panic...

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Panic Disorder Medications
AlprazolamEffexorFluoxetineKlonopinParoxetinePaxilProzacVenlafaxineXanax
Panic Disorder News
Apples Don't Fall Far From the Personality Tree
Panic disorder and depression in parents predict higher risk for their kids
Post-Stroke Confusion May Worsen Outcomes
Delirium following a stroke linked with a poorer patient outcome
Work and the Healthy Mind
Mental health disorder patients take the most sick leave from their job
Don't Panic, Just Exercise
Panic and anxiety attacks reduced with physical activity
Panic Attacks Don't Come Out of the Blue
Anxiety episodes have physical warning signs up to an hour beforehand
Morning Sickness Linked to Behavioral Issues
Extreme morning sickness associated with mental disorders in offspring
Panic Attacks Predictable
Body sends signals an hour before panic attack onset
Global Look at Bipolar Disorder
Better bipolar detection and treatment resources needed
Veterans at Risk
Study finds veterans with bipolar disorder at increased risk of suicide
Panic Disorder Latest Videos
Klonopin
A pharmacist explains how Klonopin works, why doctors prescribe this anxiety reliever, and common side effects of the drug.
6 Common Anxiety Disorders
Some 40 million Americans experience anxiety disorders. The most common include obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder and various phobias.
What is a Panic Attack?
Stress, worry and fear lead to some type of panic disorder for many Americans. Panic disorder is a mental illness that manifests as panic attacks. Learn more about anxiety symptoms and panic attacks.
Symptoms of a Panic Disorder
Having a panic disorder causes distressing symptoms including rapid heart beat, numbness, shortness of breath, a dizzy experience and the feeling of losing control. Watch to learn more about panic disorder symptoms.
What to do if You Have a Panic Attack
A panic disorder is often treated with medications like Klonopin and Xanax. Some people with this mental condition find deep breathing, relaxation techniques and mediation offer relief. What anxiety treatment is best for you?