Anxiety and Panic Disorders

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1. Which, out of the five most common anxiety disorders, is the most frequently diagnosed? social phobia generalized anxiety disorder panic disorder obsessive compulsive disorder

2. What is the main difference between a generalized anxiety disorder and a panic disorder? A panic disorder causes random, unrelated panic attacks A panic disorder causes uncomfortable moments of high tension. A panic disorder causes connected, related panic attacks. A panic disorder causes a constant feeling of worry and tension.

3. Who do anxiety disorders most commonly afflict? Adolescents Children (Infant to 12 years) Elderly Young Adults (20+)

4. What are the three most common symptoms of a panic attack? Shortness of breath, numbness, and a paralysis. Shortness of breath, shaking, and seizures. Shortness of breath, dizziness, and a feeling of terror. Dizziness, vomiting, and a feeling of terror.

5. What is a common symptom of GAD (generalized anxiety disorder)? Incessant, constant worry about something unimportant Extreme paranoia Frequent urination Frequent feelings of hopelessness and despair

6. What is the most common medication for temporary relief of panic attacks? diazepam lithium carbonate lorazepam flurazepam

7. What should you do if you begin to have a panic attack? Take drugs or alcohol. Run home. Take slow, deep breaths and remind yourself you are safe Go to the hospital.

8. At what point would one be usually diagnosed with a panic disorder? After numerous, disabling panic attacks When it scares you After one panic attack. When one gets scared in a new situation.

9. What is the best way to deal with someone having a panic attack? Yell at them to relax. Reassure them, and take them where they feel safe. Remind them that it is "all in their head" so it can't hurt them. Make them sit down where they are and try to calm down.

10. When is a person considered "cured"? After six weeks of no panic attacks. Never. It can be controlled, never cured. After six months of no panic attacks. After six years with no panic attacks.