Screening for Panic Disorder
Condition InDepth
The purpose of screening is to find a health problem early and treat it. Tests are given to people who do not have signs of a problem, but may be at risk for one.
Screening Guidelines
People are not screened for panic disorder unless a doctor thinks that they may have it. There are different questionnaires that may be helpful.
Screening Guidelines
People are not screened for panic disorder unless a doctor thinks that they may have it. There are different questionnaires that may be helpful.
References
- Anxiety disorders. National Institute of Mental Health website. Available at: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders/index.shtml. Updated July 2018. Accessed February 22, 2019.
- Panic disorder. EBSCO DynaMed Plus website. Available at: http://www.dynamed.com/topics/dmp~AN~T115030/Panic-disorder. Updated September 21, 2018. Accessed February 22, 2019.
Contributors
- Adrian Preda, MD
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