Anxiety Disorders — Flashcards

First-line treatment for panic disorder includes _____ + SSRIs or venlafaxine

_____ (depression or anxiety) is characterized by decreased GABA

First-line treatment for social anxiety disorder includes _____ + SSRIs or venlafaxine

_____ is defined as severe, persistent fear or anxiety triggered by specific things, situations, or environments for > 6 months (duration)

The symptoms of panic attacks may be remembered with the mnemonic "PANICS": P: Palpitations, _____, dePersonalization A: Abdominal distress N: Nausea I: Intense fear of dying or losing control C: Chest pain, Choking, Chills S: Shortness of breath, Sweating, Shaking

Diagnosis of _____ disorder requires recurrent unexpected panic attacks and at least 1 attack followed by ≥ 1 month (duration) of worry or change in behavior.

What neurotransmitters are decreased in anxiety? _____ and GABA

_____ disorder is defined as anxiety unrelated to a specific person, situation, or event for > 6 months (duration)

_____ (depression or anxiety) is characterized by increased norepinephrine

Panic attacks may be treated acutely with _____ or propranolol