Panic Disorder

People with panic disorder typically experience frequent panic attacks. One of the defining features of panic disorder is the fear of experiencing another attack for at least a month following one. A psychiatrist can help assess your condition and determine whether you are experiencing anxiety or panic disorder.

Panic attacks can involve a range of physical and psychological symptoms.

• Chest pain and difficulty breathing
• A rapid heartbeat and hyperventilating
• Feeling faint
• Hot flashes or chills
• Shaking and sweating
• Nausea and stomach pain
• Tingling or numbness
• Fear that death is imminent

Treatment often combines medication management with counseling for lasting relief, along with grounding techniques and mindfulness exercises to help manage panic symptoms.