For some, Panic Disorder may require drugs to treat. For others, it is possible to treat with a combination of drugs and therapy. For some it is possible to treat with therapy alone. There are a number of different therapies available to treat the condition; here are the main two.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - This is foremost form of recommended therapy. First, you name the triggers that instigate the Panic Attacks and create methods of ridding the urge to panic by tricking the mind to hone in on other things the moment it begins to become cloudy. Many times this includes visualizing the worst of situations and working through them with the therapist until they have met their end.
By recognizing the factors below the surface that make them the most fearful, and what happens following an occurrence, it becomes clear what the factors are. They move from unknown to real, and make it easier to address. Short term drugs may be prescribed in order to minimize the strongest aspects of the Panic Attack while training the mind. Moving forward, the drug treatments become less necessary because the mind becomes stronger over time and more able to overcome the symptoms.
Exposure Therapy - Where the causes of Panic Disorder are easily identifiable, for example in cases where Panic Disorder develops from agoraphobia, treatment by exposure therapy may be useful. This consists of deliberately exposing, under controlled circumstances and conditions, the patient to the specific conditions which trigger their panic. They can then learn methods of controlling and lessening the effects of the panic.
Regular breathing, calming down the mind and relaxation techniques can minimize the harsh nature of the attack if they use them the moment the Panic Attack begins. This will bring about stable thinking, reduce blind panic, and empowers the patient to reduce the fear that they feel coming on. Exposure Therapy can be paired with prescription medications for a short term period, while aiding in identifying triggers that can cause one to panic.
By using well researched techniques that are known to fight the root of Panic Disorder, the patient addresses the source of the problem, and not just covering up the symptoms with drugs. For several patients this means a complete recovery.
Lastly, when dealing with medical and psychological conditions, you should talk to your family practitioner about your symptoms. Patients that believe they have a phobia or panic symptoms with no realized cause, they should tell their doctor up front. The family practitioner can refer them to a specialist in the area of Panic Disorder.
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