About Panic Disorder: Why Isn't Treatment Helping?

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Panic Disorder Panic Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Katharina Star, your Guide to Panic Disorder Seeking out treatment for panic disorder can be a positive step on your journey towards recovery. However, sometimes it may seem like your treatment is not helping. Your treatment options may not seem to be working for many different reasons, such as miscommunication with your doctor or therapist, misconceptions about your condition, or misunderstandings about your diagnosis. Consider if your treatment is working for you or if you are been held back by one of the following issues. Do You Need to Change Doctors? Most doctors who treat panic disorder are knowledgeable, compassionate, and attentive professionals. A good doctor will help you to understand your symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. However, your progress may be slowed down if you are having communication problems or other issues with your doctor. Learn more about these potential problems and determine if you may need to change doctors. When Therapy Isn't Helping Mental health therapy is one of the most common treatment options for panic disorder, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. If you have dedicated your time, money, and energy to therapy, with little to no success, you may be wondering why it isn't helping. Here you will find out about the many different reasons why therapy may not be working for you. Myths About Panic Disorder Panic disorder is a mental health condition marked with extreme anxiety, intense fear, and frequent panic attacks. Even though there are clear diagnostic criteria for panic disorder, it is still a condition that is often misunderstood. The many myths about panic disorder may have prevented you from getting the treatment you need. If you are considering getting professional help, this article will help you sort out fact versus fiction when it comes to panic disorder and agoraphobia. Understanding Medical Terminology Medical terminology about mental health disorders can be confusing. Misunderstandings about your condition can prevent you from getting the help you need. Here you will find easy-to-understand definitions of common psychological and medical terms, including the most common terms related to diagnosis and various treatment options. Related Searches Anxiety Treatment Treatment for ADHD Depression Treatment Back Treatment Panic Disorder Featured Articles Treatments Coping Agoraphobia Related and Co-Occurring Conditions For Family and Friends Glossary   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read 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.com Panic Disorder newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What is Panic Disorder? Symptoms of Panic Disorder Diagnosis of Panic Disorder Treatment of Panic Disorder Info for Family/Friends   Follow me on: Advertisement