About Panic Disorder: Ways to Manage Panic Attacks

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Panic Disorder Panic Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Katharina Star, Ph.D., your Guide to Panic Disorder Dealing with panic attacks is not easy. As a panic disorder sufferer, you may find yourself frequently struggling to cope with the bothersome symptoms of panic attacks. Fortunately, there are many safe and effective treatment options available to help you manage these challenging symptoms.   The Best Medications for Panic Attacks Prescribed medications are one of the most common treatment options for panic attacks. However, since symptoms vary from person-to-person, it is impossible to determine one medication that would work for all panic sufferers. Learn about the most frequently prescribed medications for panic attacks, including how they work, potential side-effects, and where to find the help you need.  Search Related Topics:  panic attacks  panic attack symptoms  medications Psychotherapy for Panic Attacks Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that is often used for the treatment of panic attacks. CBT works to help the panic sufferer change his/her thoughts and perceptions that are contributing to fear and anxiety. Learn more about how CBT can help you manage your panic attacks.  Search Related Topics:  panic attacks  cognitive behavioral therapy  managing panic attacks Overcoming the Fear of Panic Attacks Given how difficult the symptoms of panic attacks can be, it is not surprising that many panic sufferers fearfully anticipate future attacks. This fear can become so extreme that it can interfere with your progress towards managing your symptoms. The good news is that you can get past these feelings and learn to control both your fears and panic attacks. Here you will find some tips to help you overcome your fear of panic attacks.   Search Related Topics:  panic attack symptoms  panic attacks  coping techniques Self-Help Strategies for Panic Attacks Many people who experience frequent and persistent panic attacks will use self-help strategies to assist them in getting through these attacks. Self-help techniques can be used on their own or along with prescribed medications and/or therapy. Listed here is information on self-help strategies that can assist you the next time panic strikes.  Search Related Topics:  panic disorder treatment  panic attack symptoms  coping with panic disorder Related Searches Panic Attacks Panic Disorder Anxiety Attacks Panic and Anxiety Coping with Anxiety Featured Articles Coping Agoraphobia Related and Co-Occurring Conditions For Family and Friends Glossary Blog   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Katharina Star, Ph.D. Panic Disorder Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Panic Disorder newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads What is Panic Disorder? Symptoms of Panic Disorder Diagnosis of Panic Disorder Treatment of Panic Disorder Info for Family/Friends   Follow me on: Advertisement