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Treatment goals for panic disorder
1Institute of Mental Health, Belgrade University School of Medicine, Yugoslavia.
Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology
|January 1, 1999
Summary
Effective long-term treatment for panic disorder (PD) requires clear goals and continuous care. A new model assesses treatment efficacy, showing most goals are met and maintained, improving patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Panic disorder (PD) often follows a chronic or relapsing course.
- Effective long-term treatment strategies for PD are crucial.
- Patient education plays a key role in setting treatment goals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review treatment goals for panic disorder.
- To develop a model for assessing long-term treatment efficacy in PD.
- To evaluate the achievement and maintenance of treatment goals.
Main Methods:
- Development of the Goal-Oriented Monitoring and Assessment of the Efficacy of Treatment (GOMAE) model.
- Application of the GOMAE model to assess 118 patients in a day clinic.
- 24-month follow-up to assess treatment goal achievement and maintenance.
Main Results:
- Most treatment goals were achieved during intensive, integrative treatment.
- Treatment gains were successfully maintained during the 24-month follow-up period.
- The GOMAE model identified specific patient needs requiring attention.
Conclusions:
- Successful long-term PD treatment relies on realistic goals, effective interventions, and sustained care.
- The GOMAE model effectively measures treatment efficacy and identifies patient needs.
- Continuous monitoring and care are vital for preventing relapse and ensuring sustained recovery in PD.