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Early intervention in panic: randomized controlled trial and cost-effectiveness analysis.

Peter Meulenbeek1, Godelief Willemse, Filip Smit

  • 1Department of Clinical Psychology and EMGO Institute, VU-University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, GGNet, Community Mental Health Center, Warnsveld, The Netherlands. p.meulenbeek@compaqnet.nl

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|November 29, 2008
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Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent and sudden minutes-long episodes of intense fear, known as panic attacks. These attacks may feel like heart attacks and often happen without warning or a specific cause. They can include symptoms such as rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, chest pain, trembling, sweating, dizziness, and a sense of helplessness. During a panic attack, individuals may feel as though they are experiencing a heart attack or are in a...

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This study evaluated the "Don't Panic" course, an early intervention for panic disorder (PD). The cognitive behavioral intervention effectively reduced panic symptoms and improved outcomes compared to a waitlist control.

Area of Science:

  • Mental Health
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Panic disorder (PD) is a prevalent, severe mental health condition causing significant distress and disability.
  • Many individuals experience subthreshold or mild PD, risking progression to chronic illness.
  • Early intervention is crucial for preventing PD onset and managing symptoms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the 'Don't Panic' course, an early intervention for panic disorder.
  • To assess clinical and economic outcomes of the cognitive behavioral intervention.
  • To compare the intervention's efficacy against a waitlisted control group.

Main Methods:

  • A pragmatic, multi-site, randomized controlled trial was conducted.
  • Participants (aged 18+) with subthreshold or mild PD were randomized to the 'Don't Panic' course or a waitlist control.

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  • Outcomes included panic disorder severity, panic symptoms, agoraphobia, anxiety, depression, quality of life, and cost-effectiveness.

    • Main Results:

    • The study aimed to demonstrate superior clinical and economic outcomes for the intervention group.
    • Potential mediators and moderators of treatment effects were examined.
    • The intervention's effectiveness in reducing panic disorder symptomatology was assessed.

    Conclusions:

    • The study evaluated the (cost) effectiveness of an early intervention for panic disorder.
    • The 'Don't Panic' course is based on cognitive behavioral principles.
    • The study design emphasizes strong external validity, reflecting real-world applicability.