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A psychopharmacologist's perspective on panic disorder.
1Clinical Psychopharmacology Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston 02114.
Bulletin of the Menninger Clinic
|January 1, 1990
Summary
This study explains the medical model of panic disorder, highlighting genetic vulnerability and the tendency for panic attacks to cause further issues. It reviews current psychopharmacological treatments for panic disorder.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Panic disorder involves constitutional vulnerability and the pathogenic nature of panic attacks.
- The fear-security system is easily triggered or dysregulated, influenced by life events and development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the current medical model of panic disorder.
- To review psychopharmacological treatment options for panic disorder.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of the medical model of panic disorder.
- Analysis of psychopharmacological treatments, including their pros and cons.
Main Results:
- The medical model emphasizes vulnerability and the cascading effects of panic attacks.
- Psychopharmacological treatments offer various advantages and disadvantages.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the medical model is crucial for managing panic disorder.
- Informed selection of psychopharmacological treatments is key for patient outcomes.