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1University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 78284-7795, USA. katerndahl@uthscsa.edu
Depression and Anxiety
|June 5, 1999
Summary
Limited symptom attacks (LSAs) can progress to panic attacks. A one-year study found 19% of individuals with LSAs developed full panic attacks, highlighting the need for monitoring.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Mental Health Research
Background:
- Limited symptom attacks (LSAs) are distinct from full panic attacks.
- Understanding LSA progression is crucial for early intervention in anxiety disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the longitudinal progression of LSAs to panic attacks.
- To identify the rate at which LSAs evolve into panic attacks within a community sample.
Main Methods:
- A community sample was screened for LSAs using the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IIIR.
- Follow-up assessment was conducted one year after the initial screening.
- The study tracked the transition from LSAs to panic attacks.
Main Results:
- Out of 21 subjects initially identified with LSAs, 4 (19%) showed progression.
- The observed progression rate indicates a significant risk of LSA evolution.
- This finding underscores the clinical relevance of LSAs.
Conclusions:
- LSAs represent a potential precursor to panic attacks.
- A notable proportion of individuals with LSAs develop panic attacks over a one-year period.
- Further research into LSA management and prevention is warranted.
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