401 Panic Disorder Basics

A panic attack is a single experience. Your symptoms act the fool and you deal with it. A panic disorder is multiple unpredictable attacks that can occur during the day, week or month AND you worry when the next one will come.

And they will. They are stinky like that. In this episode, a description of what is a panic disorder, the symptoms and the treatment options.

Resources Mentioned: 

Medication Information

The Cleveland Clinic has information about SSRI medication.

Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a section on the site explaining the symptoms of panic disorders.

CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Information

ADAA.org has an explainer video on CBT that you can watch on their website or YouTube channel.

There is also a blog post on three things to know about CBT.

The Rootd app helps those who have a panic disorder deal with it using CBT as the foundation

Panic Disorder Information

From the U.S, National Institute of Mental Health has a page about Panic Disorders. It appears that the information is unchanged but the related brochures that appeared have been removed. I don't believe the info has been change due to the current administration (it could happen).

Emergency Resources

The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. 

Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. 

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

Disclaimer: 

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Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

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