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Panic disorder on a child psychiatric consultation service
1University Hospital-UBC Site, Vancouver, Canada.
Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
|September 1, 1990
Summary
Pediatric panic disorder often presents with physical symptoms, leading to delayed diagnosis. Uncomplicated cases may be missed in subspecialty clinics, highlighting the need for broader awareness.
Area of Science:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Pediatric Psychology
- Somatic Symptom Disorders
Background:
- Panic disorder in children can be challenging to diagnose.
- Somatic symptoms are common presentations in pediatric healthcare settings.
- Distinguishing between uncomplicated and comorbid panic disorder is crucial for appropriate referral.