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What is one of the criteria for diagnosing panic disorder?
Which of the following is a necessary criterion for diagnosing Panic Disorder according to DSM-5?
How long should the persistent concern or worry about additional panic attacks or their consequences last in order to meet the criteria for panic disorder?
Which of the following is a criteria for diagnosing panic disorder?
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Which of the following is an example of a significant maladaptive change in behavior related to panic attacks?
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What is the purpose of avoidance and safety-seeking behaviors in panic disorder?
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Which of the following is a common component of psychological treatment for panic disorder?
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What is the growing evidence suggesting as one of the most effective approaches for treating panic disorder?
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For which group of clients is exposure therapy particularly beneficial in treating panic disorder?
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What is the purpose of exposure therapy in treating panic disorder?
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Which of the following is an example of an exposure task for fear of feeling dizzy and hyperventilation?
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Which of the following is a key aspect of graded exposure in treating panic disorder?
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What is the rule of thumb for staying in an anxiety-inducing situation during exposure therapy?
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Why is graded exposure important in the treatment of panic disorder?
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Study Notes
Diagnostic Criteria for Panic Disorder
- One of the criteria for diagnosing panic disorder is the presence of recurrent unexpected panic attacks.
- A necessary criterion for diagnosing panic disorder according to DSM-5 is that the individual experiences persistent concern or worry about additional panic attacks or their consequences for at least one month.
Avoidance and Safety-Seeking Behaviors
- Avoidance and safety-seeking behaviors in panic disorder serve as a way to reduce anxiety and prevent future panic attacks.
Psychological Treatment for Panic Disorder
- A common component of psychological treatment for panic disorder is exposure therapy.
- Growing evidence suggests that cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective approaches for treating panic disorder.
- Exposure therapy is particularly beneficial in treating panic disorder for clients with agoraphobia.
Exposure Therapy
- The purpose of exposure therapy in treating panic disorder is to help individuals confront and learn to manage their fears and anxiety triggers.
- An example of an exposure task for fear of feeling dizzy and hyperventilation is intentionally inducing hyperventilation in a controlled environment.
- A key aspect of graded exposure in treating panic disorder is to gradually increase the duration and intensity of the exposure tasks.
- The rule of thumb for staying in an anxiety-inducing situation during exposure therapy is to stay for at least 30 minutes or until the anxiety decreases.
- Graded exposure is important in the treatment of panic disorder because it helps individuals gradually build confidence and develop coping skills to manage their anxiety.
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Test your knowledge of the DSM-5 criteria for Panic Disorder with this quiz! Learn about the key symptoms and criteria for diagnosing panic attacks, including intense fear, physical sensations, and more.
