There are two key components to panic disorder: the attacks are unexpected and they only have had to occur once.
True or False
Answer (2)
The statement is false; panic disorder requires multiple unexpected panic attacks, not just one. There are specific criteria for a diagnosis, including persistent concern about future attacks. Understanding these criteria is crucial for recognizing panic disorder. ;
The statement is false; panic disorder requires multiple unexpected panic attacks rather than just one. Diagnosis includes recurrent attacks, persistent concern about future attacks, and behavioral changes related to the attacks. Thus, a single panic attack is insufficient for a diagnosis.
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