Panic Disorder Treatment
Panic disorder is a severe condition characterized by abrupt and repeated periods of fear called panic attacks. These attacks are sudden and can lead to a lot of physical and emotional suffering. The common signs include irregular heartbeat, difficulty breathing, dizziness, sweating, and losing control. Many times, the anxiety of experiencing another attack can be so high that the patient tends to avoid certain situations or environments that trigger the feelings making the patient’s life a living hell.
At Palm Coast Treatment Solutions, we understand how difficult it is to live with panic disorder. This is why we provide personalized approaches to recovery that will allow you to take back control over your life, decrease the occurrence and severity of panic attacks, and enhance your quality of life.
Causes and Risk Factors
Genetic, environmental, or psychological factors trigger panic disorder. While the exact cause is often unknown, several factors may contribute to its development:
- Genetics: A person with a family history of panic disorder or other anxiety disorders is at higher risk of getting the condition.
- Stress or Trauma: The development of panic disorder can be directly linked to major life stressors including bereavement, job loss, or a history of traumatic events.
- Chemical Imbalances: Dysregulation of neurotransmitters or brain chemicals that help to regulate mood and stress including serotonin.
- Personality Factors: Some people, especially those anxious or overcome with perfectionism, may be at increased risk.
It is crucial to understand the causes of panic disorder so that better treatment can be planned. Our team at Palm Coast is thorough, assessing all aspects that may affect your care plan and tailoring it specifically for you.
Our Approach to Panic Disorder Treatment
We understand that each patient will have a unique experience with panic disorder. This is why a caring and personalized approach to treatment is our top concern. We provide a friendly environment where the patients can express their anxiety and problems.
Our staff of experienced therapists and counselors are here to assist you not just in controlling your symptoms, but in understanding and treating the source of your panic disorder. Together, we offer a variety of scientifically supported treatments and help you cope with panic attacks, regain control over your life, and achieve real healing.
Treatment Options
The following are some of the treatment options that we have that can assist you in dealing with panic disorder. These include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT):
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the best forms of treatment for panic disorder. CBT aids you in recognizing and combating irrational beliefs that feed panic attacks. In CBT, you will meet with a therapist and discuss your fears, how they lead to panic attacks, and learn new ways of thinking. The main idea of CBT is to teach the patient new ways in which they can respond to the incidents that have triggered panic in the past, which can in turn decrease the number and severity of the attacks.
Exposure Therapy:
Another very important aspect of the treatment of panic disorder is exposure therapy. This treatment includes putting you in situations or giving you things that cause panic attacks in a controlled setting. The purpose is to make you face your fears and make yourself more and more comfortable with the stimuli that are used to make you panic. You will discover that over time these situations are not as dangerous as one may initially think and this can go a long way to minimize avoidance behaviours and increase confidence when it comes to handling anxiety.
Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques:
Panic disorder leads to increased physiological arousal like rapid breathing or increased heart rate and this makes the panic worse. Panic attack management strategy includes mindfulness and relaxation; these include deep breathing exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation. If you try to calm yourself and relax in the present moment you can stop the vicious cycle that leads to a panic attack. At Palm Coast Treatment Solutions, we use relaxation techniques to help the patient feel more in control during times of stress.
Medication:
In some cases, your doctor might prescribe some drugs that you may have to take as a way of preventing panic attacks. Medications can help control the symptoms and improve the chances of benefit from therapy. We provide medication management, combined with our psychiatric team to make sure that it is taken correctly and in the right combination with other therapies.
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Benefits of Seeking Treatment at Palm Coast Treatment Solutions
You can benefit from seeking help when you have panic disorder as your life will be made easier. At Palm Coast Treatment Solutions, we offer a compassionate environment where you can work through the root causes of panic attacks and learn the ways to cope with the problem over the long term. Benefits of seeking treatment at Palm Coast Treatment Solutions include:
- Personalized Care: We provide our services with the consideration of your specific requirements and the manifestation of your problems.
- Evidence-Based Therapies: They are based on evidence-based principles such as CBT and exposure therapy as our approach to treatment.
- Holistic Focus: We use relaxation and mindfulness to promote a good psychological state of mind.
- Experienced Team: Our mental health professionals have vast experience in treating mental health conditions.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
It is important to understand that there is a way out of this. At Palm Coast Treatment Solutions, we are with you throughout the process. Our complete range of treatments will enable you to take back control and minimize the extent to which panic disorder affects your life. Take the first step towards getting help. Contact us today for an appointment.
