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- Serious condition affecting 1 out of 75 people
- 3 times more common in women than men
- Appears during teens and seems to connect with major life transitions
- Genetics believed to be one of the causes
- Attacks occur unexpectedly even during sleep
- Symptoms can be confused with symptoms of heart disease, thyroid problems and breathing disorders
- May take months to get a correct diagnosis
- Symptoms include racing heartbeat, difficulty breathing, dizziness, sweating, chest pains, hot flashes, tingling, and fear that you are about to die
- Treatments include anti-anxiety medication and cognitive-behavioral therapy
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A panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder which causes panic attacks. It is believed that a person has a panic disorder if they have at least two panic attacks that occur with no reason followed by a month of fear of another panic attack occurring.
Symptoms
Someone with a panic disorder may feel anxious all the time even when they are not having a panic attack. They will have a constant worry that another attack will happen.Treatment
Panic disorder is treatable. The treatment is usually decided on an individual basis. Antidepressants have proved to be effective in treating panic disorders. Also Cognitive behavior therapy is commonly used to treat panic disorders.In Children
Panic disorder can affect children and in some cases runs in families. If left untreated a panic disorder can affect a child's or adolescent's relationships, schoolwork and normal development. A child or adolescent with panic disorder can develop severe depression and even consider suicide.Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Panic Disorder, please consult your doctor.-
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