Panic Disorder

About Panic Disorder:

If you’re finding it hard to make it through your everyday routine and have less interest in things you normally enjoy, it’s time to talk with a specialist. This is a disorder that is characterized by some of the following symptoms:

• • Intense anxiety
  • Palpitations and/or increased heart rate
  • Shortness of breath
  • Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
  • Trembling
  • Fear of going crazy

It is usually precipitated by a particular situation or person that the patient fears in one way or another. It needs to be treated usually with medication and psychotherapy and if not treated it may become repetitive.

What treatment options are available?

Dr. Goldstein’s compassionate approach to treatment encompasses many different avenues, depending on your unique situation. Medications do not work instantly and frequently take time to be totally effective.  Sometimes medications may need to be changed when they are not working. In addition usually in order to achieve the best results medication management should be combined with psychotherapy.

Updated Jan. 23, 2025