Question

A 25-year-old man attends the clinic following a panic attack. He has had recurrent panic attacks and significant anxiety about future episodes. Which of the following is the best initial treatment approach for panic disorder?

Accepted Answer

SSRIs (e.g., paroxetine) and/or psychological therapy

Answer

Long-term benzodiazepine use

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Beta-blockers alone

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Tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline) only

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Immediate referral for ECT

Practice question

A 25-year-old man attends the clinic following a panic attack. He has had recurrent panic attacks and significant anxiety about future episodes. Which of the following is the best initial treatment approach for panic disorder?