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[Panic disorder and agoraphobia: what is effective?]

B Bandelow1, K Sievert, M Röthemeyer

  • 1Psychiatrische Klinik, Universität Göttingen.

Fortschritte Der Neurologie-Psychiatrie
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Both medication and psychological therapies are effective for panic disorder and agoraphobia (PDA). Current evidence suggests no single treatment is superior, and combining therapies may be beneficial.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Pharmacology

Context:

  • Panic disorder and agoraphobia (PDA) are significant mental health conditions.
  • Effective treatment strategies are crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose:

  • To survey controlled studies on the treatment of panic disorder and agoraphobia (PDA).
  • To evaluate the efficacy of pharmacological and psychological interventions.
  • To assess the comparative effectiveness and combination of treatments.

Summary:

  • Pharmacological treatments including tricyclic antidepressants, benzodiazepines, SSRIs, and MAOIs are effective for PDA.
  • Psychological therapies such as cognitive therapy and exposure therapy are also effective.
  • Current research indicates no significant superiority of one modality over the other, with limited data on long-term effects and combination therapy.

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Impact:

  • Provides a comprehensive overview of current evidence-based treatments for PDA.
  • Highlights the need for further research comparing treatment modalities and combination therapies.
  • Informs clinical practice regarding the management of panic disorder and agoraphobia.