Panic Disorder
Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder.
It causes panic attacks, which are sudden feelings of terror for no
reason. You may also feel physical symptoms, such as:
- Fast heartbeat
- Chest pain
- Breathing difficulty
- Dizziness
Panic attacks can happen anytime, anywhere and without warning.
You may live in fear of another attack and may avoid places where
you have had an attack. For some people, fear takes over their
lives and they cannot leave their homes.
Panic disorder is more common in women
than men. It usually starts when people are young adults. Sometimes
it starts when a person is under a lot of stress. Most people get
better with treatment. Therapy can show you how to recognize and
change your thinking patterns before they lead to panic. Medicines
can also help.
NIH: National Institute of Mental Health
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