The book focuses on the neurobiological and treatment aspects of panic disorder. It describes the most recent research data and pharmacological therapeutic aspects of panic disorder. The biochemical, respiratory, imaging, and translational aspects will be together with diagnostic and pharmacological discussion. We have the collaboration of important and recognized researchers from various countries – Brazil, USA, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom, and Switzerland – all of them with a continuous and relevant work on anxiety disorders. "Panic Disorder: Neurobiological and Treatment Aspects" is intended to be a reference book for those who research or treat panic disorder and anxiety disorder patients.

Panic, Fear, and Anxiety - A History of Panic - Cued Versus Uncued Panic - Atypical Panic Attacks - Epidemiology - Panic Disorder in Special Populations - Theories of Panic Psychodynamic Theory - Biological Theories - Cognitive-Behavioral Theory - Alternative Hypotheses - Precipitants of Spontaneous Attacks - Control Schemata - The Diagnosis of Panic Disorder - Issues of Reliability - Differential Diagnosis - Medical Conditions Presenting with Panic and Anxiety Symptoms - Differential Diagnosis with Other Psychiatric Disorders - The Assessment of Panic Disorder - What Needs To Be Measured? - Measurement Instruments - Treatment Strategies - Psychodynamic Techniques - Cognitive-Behavioral Techniques - Nontraditional Approaches - Pharmacotherapy - Homeopathic Treatments - Combined Treatments - Self-Help Interventions - Support groups - Family/Spousal Support - Bibliotherapy - Homework - Self-Help Approaches - Relapse Prevention - The Therapeutic Relationship - Panic Disorder with Agor ...

Panic disorder is a remarkably common psychological condition, characterised by sudden attacks of intense fear and panic. Approximately 3% of the population will experience some signs of panic disorder during their lifetime. It is a very distressing condition, and if it persists, has an adverse effect on most aspects of the person's life. This new edition of Panic Disorder: The Facts includes valuable new information on treatment and discusses the relationship between panic disorder and other anxiety conditions. It also assesses the evidence for the available treatments, drawing from the latest scientific research. Information on self-help has also been revised. Up-to-date information on the nature, symptoms, causes, theories and treatment of panic disorder is provided, an in non-technical language. The chapters on treatment give a detailed account of psychological therapy and also discuss drug treatment. A final chapter answers some commonly asked questions. Numerous personal accounts are given throughout the book, highlighting various aspects of panic disorder and its treatment. Though mainly intended for sufferers of panic disorder, and their families and friends, it will also be of interest to the general reader, and to health care workers who have to deal with this problem. Clearly written by two leading experts, the book will remain a valuable source of information for anyone affected by this disorder.

One out of every 75 people worldwide will be afflicted with panic disorder during their lifetime. Treatment of Panic Disorder presents the latest research of leading psychology, psychiatry, cardiology, internal medicine, and methodology experts working in this field. The authors address such issues as * What is panic disorder?* How is it diagnosed?* What are the current treatments?* What are the effects of these treatments?* What are the directions for future research?

Panic disorder is a remarkably common psychological condition, characterized by sudden attacks of intense fear and panic. Panic Disorder: The Facts provides a full account of the nature, diagnosis and treatment of this condition.

Panic disorder is characterized by sudden, unexpected attacks of intense fear and anticipatory anxiety. Panic attacks include symptoms such as palpitations, dyspnoea, dizziness, trembling, gastrointestinal discomfort and fear of dying. Therefore, patients with panic disorder often assume physical illnesses may underly their symptoms. They frequently consult psychiatrists and psychologists, but also general practitioners, cardiologists, neurologists and other medical specialists. Part of the Oxford Psychiatry Library series, this pocketbook will serve as a concise and practical manual for the management of patients with panic disorder in clinical practice. It provides a user-friendly guide to the diagnosis, etiology, and treatment of patients with panic disorder and agoraphobia.

Improve the Quality of Mental Health Care This Companion Workbook to the Evidence-Based Treatment Planning for Panic Disorder DVD is designed to be used in conjunction with the DVD, which is focused on informing mental health professionals about empirically informed treatment for panic disorder. The Workbook reinforces the key points covered in the DVD and helps assess the level of mastery of basic concepts through discussion and test questions. It can also be used as part of a self-paced learning tool or as a team collaborative tool. This Companion Workbook includes: Summary highlights of content shown in the DVD Full transcripts of the DVD's vignettes demonstrating cognitive and behavioral coping skills, cognitive restructuring, physical sensation exposure, and situational exposure Discussion questions Chapter review test questions and answers Empirical support chapter references Clinical resource chapter references Also available: Evidence-Based Treatment Planning for Panic Disorder DVD / 978-0-470-41793-5 This DVD offers clear, step-by-step guidance on the process and criteria for diagnosing panic disorder and using empirically supported treatments for panic disorder to inform the treatment planning process. Evidence-Based Treatment Planning for Panic Disorder DVD Facilitator's Guide / 978-0-470-54856-1 The Facilitator's Guide assists professionals in leading an educational training session. Other DVDs, Facilitator Guides, and Workbooks in the Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Treatment Planning Video Series: Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Treatment Planning Evidence-Based Treatment Planning for Social Anxiety Disorder Evidence-Based Treatment Planning for Depression For more information on these and forthcoming titles in the Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Treatment Planning Video Series, visit us on the Web at wiley.com/psychology

Conquer panic once and for all! Have you ever felt your heart race out of control for no reason? Everyone gets a little anxious now and again, but sometimes worry and fear can reach unhealthy limits. Panic disorder is a serious condition with symptoms that include sudden attacks of fear and nervousness, as well as physical symptoms such as sweating and a racing heart. With The Everything Guide to Coping with Panic Disorder, you'll learn how to gain control over panic and anxiety with a variety of helpful approaches. This guide includes information on: Symptoms and warning signs of panic disorder How stress and anxiety affects you physically Professional treatments and therapies Self-help anti-anxiety techniques you can do at home Living with panic disorder With detailed information treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, and mindfulness exercises, The Everything Guide to Coping with Panic Disorder will give you an arsenal of anti-anxiety techniques so you can stop panic before it starts.

How to Beat Panic Disorder One Step at a Time is specifically addressed to low-intensity patients and follows an evidence-based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) approach. This book is the perfect resource for helping you to beat panic attacks and panic disorder, either by yourself or in conjunction with the support of an IAPT service. Written in a friendly, engaging (and jargon-free!) style, the book encourages interactive reading through tables, illustrations and worksheets. Real-life case studies illustrate the use of each intervention and demonstrate how you can work through your condition. This book will help you to understand your panic cycle, and to face your fears through gradual exposure. Paul Farrand and Marie Chellingsworth have both worked at a national level in the area of CBT self-help research and training, with past involvement in organisations and programmes as diverse as the Department of Health, British Psychological Society, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies.