About Panic Disorder: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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Panic Disorder Panic Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Katharina Star, your Guide to Panic Disorder Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common form of psychotherapy used to effectively treat panic disorder. It works towards changing one's thoughts and behaviors to assist in managing symptoms. Find out more about CBT and how to get the most out of psychotherapy. CBT for the Treatment of Panic Disorder CBT combines elements of both behavioral and cognitive therapies. Behavioral therapy focuses on changing what a person is doing that is contributing to their symptoms. For example, behavioral therapy can help a person get past their avoidance behaviors. Cognitive therapy, on the other hand, centers on changing a person's faulty thinking. For instance, people who experience panic attacks often have negative self-talk which heightens their feelings of anxiety. Learn more about how CBT works to help alleviate the symptoms of panic disorder. See More About:  panic disorder treatments  behavior modification  desensitization Cognitive Behavior Modification Cognitive behavior modification is a technique used to help change one's maladaptive behaviors and negative thinking patterns. By shifting one's thoughts and behaviors, a person with panic disorder can learn to better cope with their symptoms and manage their condition. Here you will find information on the basic steps of cognitive behavior modification. See More About:  panic disorder treatments  donald meichenbaum  Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT) is a CBT technique used to treat anxiety-related conditions. A qualified mental health provider can use REBT strategies to help a person uncover and shift their irrational beliefs that are contributing to their disorder. Find out more about how REBT is used to treat panic disorder and agoraphobia. See More About:  albert ellis  cognitive behavioral therapy  panic disorder treatment Getting the Most Out of Therapy for Panic Disorder Deciding to go to therapy to treat your panic disorder will take a big commitment of your time and energy. Getting the most out of therapy will largely depend on what you are willing and able to put into it. Read these tips to learn how you can get the most out of therapy for panic disorder. Panic Disorder Ads Panic Disorder Anxiety Therapy Anxiety Disorder Anxiety Treatment Depression Treatment Featured Articles Diagnosis Treatments Coping Agoraphobia Related and Co-Occurring Conditions For Family and Friends   More from About.com Favorite Summer Frozen Drinks Blended with ice or chock full of fresh fruit, these yummy drinks will liven up any warm-weather gathering. More> Best Frozen Summer Desserts Ten easy, delicious, make-ahead desserts that will cool you down on the hottest of summer days. More> This newsletter is written by: Katharina Star Panic Disorder Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Panic Disorder newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Symptoms of Panic Disorder Diagnosis of Panic Disorder Treatment of Panic Disorder Coping with Panic Attacks Info for Family/Friends Advertisement