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Lorenzo · « **on:** January 31, 2012, 10:10:26 AM »

Defined by the presence of recurrent periods of intense fear and discomfort peaking in 10 minutes with at least 4 of the following:

Palpitations, Paresthesias, Abdominal distress, Nausea, Intense fear of dying or losing control, Light-headedness, Chest pain, Chills, Choking, Disconnectedness, Sweating, Shaking, Shortness of breath

Patients with this condition have persistent fear of having another attack.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #1 on:** January 31, 2012, 10:13:22 AM »

Treatment of Panic Disorder:

1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Psychodynamic Psychoanalysis

2. SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) eg, Fluoxetine, Citalopram "Xanax"

3. TCA (Tricyclic Anti-Depressants) eg, Imipramine, Amitriptyline

4. Benzodiazepines

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #2 on:** January 31, 2012, 10:16:22 AM »

Note: The best form for panic disorders are behavioral therapy because of its long-term implications.

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