About Panic Disorder: When a Loved One Has Panic Disorder

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Panic Disorder Panic Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Katharina Star, your Guide to Panic Disorder Managing panic disorder can be extremely challenging at times. Dealing with this condition can be even more difficult when loved ones are struggling to understand your diagnosis. Your friends and family may want to be helpful, but feel uncertain about how to show their support. Here you will find information that may be helpful for loved ones of those with panic disorder. What Not to Say to Someone with PD It can be hard o relate to your loved one's condition. You may find panic attacks, anxiety, and fear difficult to understand if you have not experienced these symptoms yourself. However, it is important that you remain sensitive without saying anything that may hurt or upset your loved one with panic disorder. Here you will find 5 of the worst things you can say to a loved one with panic disorder, followed by suggestions for better ways to speak to your friend or family member. Search Related Topics:  panic disorder symptoms  panic attacks  what not to say Tips for Family and Friends You may feel unsure about how you can be helpful towards your loved one with panic disorder. Additionally, you may not have the knowledge and resources to assist you in understanding his/her condition. The following describes some helpful tips for family members and friends who have a loved one with panic disorder. Search Related Topics:  panic disorder symptoms  relationships and panic disorder  caregivers Helping a Spouse or Partner with PD When a person is dealing with the symptoms of an anxiety disorder it can put stress on his/her relationships. Couples can especially find it difficult to communicate clearly when one partner has been diagnosed with panic disorder. Learn 5 ways couples can manage life with panic disorder. Search Related Topics:  panic disorder symptoms  relationships and panic disorder  agoraphobia Caregiver Stress It can be stressful to cope with a loved one's mental health condition. Family and friends who are supportive may also be subject to the strain of caregiver stress. Here you will find some tips for how loved ones can manage the stress of caring for someone with panic disorder. Search Related Topics:  coping with panic disorder  panic disorder support  relationships and panic disorder Related Searches Depression Anxiety Panic Disorder Depression Treatment Therapy Depression Bipolar Depression Featured Articles Coping Agoraphobia Related and Co-Occurring Conditions For Family and Friends Glossary Understanding Panic Disorder   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. 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: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 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