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Ambulatory heart rate changes in patients with panic attacks.

C B Taylor, J Sheikh, W S Agras

    The American Journal of Psychiatry
    |April 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Ambulatory heart rate monitoring revealed distinct physiologic changes during panic attacks, separate from physical activity. These findings confirm significant bodily responses during these episodes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Psychiatry
    • Physiology

    Background:

    • Panic attacks are often characterized by significant physical symptoms.
    • Objective measurement of physiological changes during panic attacks is crucial for diagnosis and understanding.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the physiological correlates of self-reported panic attacks using ambulatory heart rate monitoring.
    • To differentiate panic attack-related heart rate changes from those due to physical activity.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized ambulatory solid-state heart rate/activity monitors for 6-day recordings in patients reporting panic attacks.
    • Analyzed heart rate data to identify episodes disproportionate to activity levels, indicating distinct physiological states.
    • Correlated findings with electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring to confirm heart rhythm during elevated heart rates.

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    Main Results:

    • Of 33 reported panic attacks, 19 (58%) showed heart rates disproportionate to activity, suggesting a distinct physiological state.
    • Intense panic attacks with multiple symptoms were more easily identified through this method.
    • Elevated heart rates were confirmed as sinus tachycardias via ECG, not occurring during anticipatory anxiety.

    Conclusions:

    • Ambulatory heart rate monitoring can objectively confirm significant physiological changes during self-reported panic attacks.
    • This technology aids in distinguishing panic attack physiology from physical exertion or anticipatory anxiety.
    • Findings support the presence of a unique physiological state during panic episodes.