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PANIC DISORDER- PSA
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Have you been diagnosed with panic disorder and are wondering how your doctor came to that conclusion? Or maybe you haven’t talked to a health professional yet, but you are sure what you’re experiencing is a panic attack. Or perhaps you know someone with panic disorder and you’d like to learn more about it.
Learning the basics of panic disorder can help you better understand the condition and those who have panic disorder:
Panic Disorder is an Anxiety Disorder
Panic disorder is one of several anxiety disorders. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), anxiety disorders are the most common of all psychiatric disorders. In the United States alone, 40 million people suffer from anxiety disorders.
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The other anxiety disorders are:
* agoraphobia
* generalized anxiety disorder
* social anxiety disorder
* obsessive-compulsive disorder
* post-traumatic stress disorder
* specific phobias
Symptoms of Panic Disorder
Panic disorder is marked by recurrent, spontaneous panic attacks. A panic attack is an intense period of fear or discomfort. During the attack, a person may experience several uncomfortable symptoms. See What Are the Symptoms of Panic Disorder? for a complete list.
To be a diagnosed panic attack, four or more symptoms should be present. Otherwise, the attack is described as a “limited symptom attack.” Those who experience panic attacks usually describe them as occurring “out of the blue.”
Diagnosing Panic Disorder
One panic attack does not result in a diagnosis of panic disorder. In fact, many people experience a panic attack at some time in their lives. While the experience may be a bit disconcerting, it doesn’t result in panic disorder.
To become panic disorder, the initial panic attack will be followed by at least a month of one or more of the following:
* Constant worry about having another panic attack
* Constant worry about the cause of the attack (ex: heart attack)
* Major behavioral change related to the panic attack
In addition, it should be determined that the panic attacks are not the result of:
* A substance (drug abuse, medication)
* A physiological condition (such as hyperthyroidism)
* Another psychiatric disorder (particularly other anxiety disorders)
In other words, it’s important to have a complete physical to rule out all possible causes, and it’s important to find a mental health provider who specializes in anxiety disorders to rule out other possible diagnoses.
The Importance of Panic Disorder Treatment
Many researchers believe panic disorder to be a chronic condition. Indeed, for many, the severity of panic disorder seems to fluctuate over time.
The chronic nature of panic disorder emphasizes the need for early and appropriate treatment. The NIMH notes that a combination of medication and cognitive behavioral therapy works the best for the most people. Individual needs, however, vary, so the person with panic disorder and the treatment provider should be willing to keep trying different approaches until the most effective treatment is found.
If untreated, panic disorder often becomes more and more disabling. The initial panic attack is followed by chronic worry and, usually, more attacks. Many people begin to avoid places and situations where they’ve had panic attacks. This can lead to another disabling condition called agoraphobia. As their lives become more limited, some people become depressed. Others turn to alcohol or drugs to self-medicate and ease the symptoms. Relationships and jobs may be severely affected. These terrible possibilities may be avoided, however, with quick and proper treatment.
Self-Diagnosis of Panic Disorder
Self-diagnosis may help you talk more clearly about your problems with your treatment provider. Sometimes it’s difficult to put those intense symptoms into words. Reading about panic disorder may help. On the other hand, self-diagnosis should not be a substitute for professional diagnosis. As mentioned above, panic attacks may indicate physiological problems. And panic attacks may also appear with other anxiety disorders. It is important to discuss your concerns with a professional and to have all possible problems ruled out first.
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August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
and to add from the …
and to add from the list of symtomes i just put i also had chest pains and my feet were numb
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
this sounds like …
this sounds like one of those text readers. it sounds so robotic lol. but yes, i have panic disorder and it sucks. it effects my work, my relationships and every aspect of my life.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
i only get them …
i only get them when I am out in the car driving someone or when i havent had enough sleep
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
anyone here suffer …
anyone here suffer with them? well i when i get nervous and keep thinking about it i will get like really dizzy and feel like its not real i cant really explain does this mean i suffer with them??
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
You are definetly ” …
You are definetly “in the park” on briefly assessing this video, RexLaboro. I have ruminated on chucking another benzo fo the last five minutes. Your contribution has helped me to avoid this. This is weird, (most) people who I trust and intellectualy respect consider me a “strong” person and a reliable source of common advice, and I do not know the person they are looking at. It is ludicrous. My image does not fit the dis-order.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
Thank you for ” …
Thank you for ” characterizing” panic dis-order. Suggestion is very powerful. Some people oddly seek dis-order to “discover” order (like me). An antagonistic approach, no doubt, likely caused from (self-constructed) belief techniques. No one could ever (teach) me successfully, my fear of letting go of self-contrived recognition has created ideo-syncracies that I actually live with. It is entirely complex, but there are a few areas that warrant a nomenclature.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
this message is …
this message is intended for persiancutie19 and anyone who is going through bad times.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
you need to get …
you need to get away from the people that put you down. surround yourself with only the people you want to be around and that deserve your presence. you are worth something and the people that tell you otherwise have problems themselves and it makes them feel better about themselves when they tear down other people. try not to let them get to you. you should try to find a counselor and talk to someone about your feelings. i know how you feel… hang in there. things will get better. i promise.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
The robotic voice …
The robotic voice in the video is just horrible. Conveying information on panic disorder in this fashion is unpleasant. The heart beating and the robot women is overwhelmingly. Anyway, I have some what learned to control the attacks due to knowing what it is. But if I’m tired its hard to fight an attack off.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
I feel the worst …
I feel the worst part of it is that people without it don’t understand how horrific it can be. My gut tells me it is a by product of all the years of Fear propaganda by the media and such that this disorder arose in our society. I don’t get them when I’m in Nature.
Peace,
B
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
u must be very …
u must be very brave. its just so scary when u cant control whats happening to u…and it just comes and goes out of no where
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
i had my firs panic …
i had my firs panic attack couple of months ago, it was these people from my boyfriends family, just putting me down and calling me names and saying im worth nothing, especially my boyfriends mother. but last night again she kept on doing the same thing, she is hurting me mentaly,my father did the same so did my mom.&they always talk about me,&how my birth made their lives worst!& its so sad that ive always was sorounded with people who would take their anger on me,i need help,i feel alone
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
29 years of attacks.
29 years of attacks.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
Valium is excellent …
Valium is excellent to remove the symptoms during an attack but VERY addictive. I personally take as needed, which is daily unfortunately. However, there was a time when they had me on 30MG of Valium a day and had a horrible time cutting back. I now take 5-10MG a day and am fine. I also meditate one to 3 times a day as well (even for just 5 min.) and it makes a big difference.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
they told me i …
they told me i should take vuliom (spell check)
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
Meditation? Like …
Meditation? Like what?
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
Try 5years of panic …
Try 5years of panic attacks!
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
If only it were …
If only it were that easy!! I have been on different drugs, and haven’t been out of the house since April - things just don’t seem to be getting any better, and no matter what I tell myself in my head, the symptoms are still there. I know what’s happening is irrational, I tell myself that every time I try to walk out the door, but it just isn’t working right now.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
wtfdalilah - …
wtfdalilah - PeacefulBelle is giving great advice here - you need to talk to your Mom and get this checked out. My sister had her first panic attack when she was 10, she was misdiagnosed for years and only within the last few years (now in her late 30s) has she finally found the correct treatment and medication to help her. Help is out there, but you need to discuss with this your Mom and decide on the next step between you.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
One of those …
One of those pictured does for sure. Donny Osmond. There is a video here on tube that shows him discussing it. So I would suspect that the rest of the celebrities shown do as well.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
Anyone have inner …
Anyone have inner ear problems? Here’s a suggestion: Get the book “Phobia Free” by Harold N. Levinson. get it used on amazon or from the library for I have no financial interest in Levinson’s work, just an emotional one. The book saved my life. Panic free for 16 years from a simple inner-ear medication called meclizine. Get your inner-ears checked, thoroughly. Write me, I’ll send links to 13 medical studies on pub-med showing link between panic/agor and inner ear problems. Correlation:60-90%.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
Dear wtfdaliah,I am …
Dear wtfdaliah,I am very happy that you wrote in a comment about what happened to you last night as this is truly a safe site for you.However, I am concerned that at such a young age you have had this experience.You need to speak to your mom about this.Show your mom what you have found and then together come to a conclusion about what needs to be done next.Attack may have come about as a defensive reaction to the argument that you were having with your mom.Crucial that you talk with Mom.Anabel
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
I recommend the use …
I recommend the use of Fevarin. Since I use this SSRI, I haven’t had any panic attack.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
research Kava Kava. …
research Kava Kava. (Do not take it if you are on ’scription drugs!) I personally have tried everything out there and unfortunately the benzodiazapene’s are the only relief I’ve had.
Daily Meditation is VERY helpful.
August 25th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
i had my first …
i had my first panic attack last night (date- 7-17-08)
at was one in the morning and i was having an arguement with my mom and i couldnt breathe i was light headed adn i refused to go back asleep cause i thought i was going to stop breathing or spomething. and i’ve been doin research all day and i finnally found out what happened. thanks to this video. (im only eleven)