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? Elderly Adolescents Children (Infant to 12 years) Young Adults (20+)

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

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

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

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

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

9. What is the best way to deal with someone having a panic attack? Make them sit down where they are and try to calm down. 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.

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