Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurring, unexpected panic attacks, sudden periods of intense fear that can include a racing heart, sweating, shaking, shortness of breath, and a sense of impending doom. These symptoms typically reach their peak within minutes of onset. People with the disorder often develop ongoing worry about having further attacks, which can lead them to avoid places or situations where a previous attack occurred.
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Classification
ICD-10 ChapterV: Mental and Behavioural Disorders 2 Communicable or Non-communicable Transmission Route Connections
Treated By
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a standard first-line evidence-based treatment for panic disorder.
Sources
1. Wikipedia: Panic disorder
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Diagnosis involves ruling out other potential causes of anxiety including other mental disorders, medical conditions such as heart disease or hyperthyroidism, and drug use.
2. Wikipedia: ICD-10
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Mental and behavioural disorders
3. Wikidata: Panic Disorder
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Subclass of: anxiety disorder
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