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Panic Disorder Research, 2007.
A review of articles discussing and analyzing panic disorders.
1,763 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 4 sources, £ 32.95
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This paper reviews and discusses various articles written about panic disorders in pregnant women, and in children. The paper also takes a look at anxiety disorder. The paper suggests that panic disorders may have both psychological and biochemical origins. The paper reports that children who are abused have a higher risk for panic disorder in adulthood, and mothers with panic disorders often give birth to smaller babies.
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"Results indicate that mothers with panic disorder continued to have panic attacks throughout their pregnancies. Only 8% also had symptoms of depression during pregnancy. Between them and the control group, no significant differences were found in terms of maternal age, race, socioeconomic status, primiparous status, smoking during pregnancy, or psychotropic medications taken during pregnancy. Panic disorder mothers had higher blood pressures and were more likely to report eating disorders, but no significant differences were found in the gestational ages of their babies and mothers in the control group; however, PD mothers had babies with significantly lower birth weights. Their infants were not born earlier, but they were smaller; however, although the birth weights were significantly smaller, they were not below normal. A statistical analysis allowed the researchers to conclude that other variables, such as smoking and high stress, were not responsible for the finding of low birth rate in PD mothers. They do point out that if PD risk were combined with other risk factors, this could spell problems for the child. They admit that causes of low-birth weight may not have been completely determined and some of their analytic methods could have affected their findings. The use of Caucasian, middle-to-upper class women meant the sample was not representative of the entire population."
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Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder: The Light at the End of the Tunnel, 2002.
This paper discusses research on anxiety and panic disorders combining personal experience and statistics, causes, descriptions, and treatments of the disorders.
2,270 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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The author begins the paper with an account of a panic attack he suffered. He then goes into the definition of panic disorder and the similar disorder anxiety disorder. He lists the symptoms, treatment, and general statistics of the two disorders. Paper includes pie graph with explanation of the statistics.
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"According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Panic Disorder is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness or abdominal distress (Facts). The first panic attack is usually the worst, especially if it is accompanied by severe physical symptoms. It is very similar to a heart attack, and since a person's mind goes into complete induced chaos and fear during such an attack people tend to think the worst, that the end is coming. Panic Disorder is a kind of severe anxiety disorder."
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MMPI and Panic Disorder, 2005.
An overview of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory and panic disorder.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 6 sources, £ 46.95
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This paper provide thorough description and explanation of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory and the DSM-IV definition of Panic Disorder. A discussion is presented with respect as to how the MMPI can be used by a clinician in detecting the panic disorder. A full explanation was given along with a hypothetical case study situation.
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"Throughout history mental disorders have plagued mankind without benefit of understanding or empathy. In fact the majority of mental disorders such as schizophrenia, personality disorders, manic-depressive or bipolar disorders have long been misunderstood and mistreated. As a result of the misunderstanding of the mental disease process fear and shame were often the hallmarks of those who were afflicted. At times those afflicted with a mental disease were tortured, burned at the stake as heretics, and even placed in "cleansing vats", all in the name of purifying the mind. Today, however, through a more compassionate and scientific understanding, mental disorders have become a recognizable disease characterized by a disruption of the body's psycho-neurobiological process (Docherty, et al, 2003). The most arduous task confronting clinical mental health practitioners is that of diagnosing mental disorders and the process has become equally complex. "
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Symptoms and Features of Panic Disorder, 2005.
An overview of panic disorder, its origins, and treatment.
1,508 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 28.95
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This paper provides a clinical description of panic disorder, describes its symptoms, medical conditions that may trigger it, the different types of panic disorders, possible causes of the disorder, and treatment.
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"According to Robins and Regier's 1991 study, approximately 2.4 million American adults ages 18 to 54 have panic disorder. This is 1.7 percent of people in this age group. The onset of this disorder occurs most commonly in late adolescence and early adulthood. Panic disorder is more prevalent in females than in males by approximately fifty percent."
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Panic Disorder, 2002.
This paper examines the biological causes for panic disorder.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 10 sources, £ 25.95
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This paper elaborates on the biological aspects of the Panic disorder in patients without agoraphobia.
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Panic Disorder Without Agoraphobia, 2005.
A discussion on finding the most efficacious treatment for panic disorder without agoraphobia.
2,937 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, £ 50.95
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This paper examines how evidence-based practice closes the ever increasing gap between research and clinical practice and in particular, examines how, through a literature review, the best treatment for panic disorder without agoraphobia can be found.
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What is Evidence Based Practice?
My Client
The Questions
The Resources
The Evaluation
The Client
Self-Evaluation
Strengths and Weaknesses
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"First introduced to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 3rd Edition (DSM-III) in 1980 Panic disorder (PD) is characterised by cognitive fears such anticipation of death, unexpected panic attacks and somatic symptomology such as dizziness, trembling, or heart palpitations. Those inflicted with such a disorder have recurrent fears of panic attacks and feel anxious whilst such symptomology appears to be in remission. Recent diagnostic criteria such as DSM-III-R and DSM-IV report prevalence of 2.3% (Kessler, Stang, Wittchen, Ustun, Roy-Byrne, & Walters; 1998)."
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Teaching Oneself not to Panic, 2001.
A look at the biofeedback treatment for panic disorders and its effectiveness.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper discusses the use of biofeedback for the treatment of panic disorder. The writer takes the reader on an exploratory journey through a description of the disorder as well as information about biofeedback and how effective it is for this particular disorder.
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"In recent years many people have become interested in the natural remedies for their problems. Working to get away from prescription medications has been a focal point for both the medical and the mental health fields. Panic disorder is a relatively common disorder that is currently treated in several ways. Using biofeedback shows promise in the lessening of symptoms without the use of pharmaceuticals."
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder, 2006.
This paper analyzes the symptoms, causes and treatments for generalized anxiety disorders, also known as GAD.
2,452 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 15 sources, MLA, £ 43.95
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This well-researched paper examines the rising numbers of people diagnosed with various forms of generalized anxiety disorders. According to the National Institute of Mental Health generalized anxiety disorders (GAD) are one of the most common mental illnesses in the U.S. with more than 23 million people diagnosed each year. This paper details various varieties of anxiety disorders which fall under the heading of GAD, including: Panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias and post-traumatic stress disorder. This paper details the causes and symptoms of GAD as well as the available effective treatments which include: medication, specific forms of psychotherapy known as behavioral therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy, or a combination of medication and non-medication therapies. This paper also cites the results of a specific case study which ascertained the relative value of medication combined with traditional group therapy versus cognitive therapies alone in treating GAD.
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Introduction
Procedure/Method
Review of the Literature
Summary
References
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"To ascertain the relative value of medication combined with traditional group therapy vs. cognitive therapies alone in treating generalized anxiety disorder, two groups of young to middle-aged groups were initiated. Each group began with four members, drawn from clients of an Employee Assistance Program; all had developed generalized anxiety disorder after being transferred or otherwise coming under the supervision of various types of ineffective, antisocial, overbearing or micromanaging bosses. All of the participants were looking for other employment, but all had to cope with the situation as is in the meantime; with a soft job market, none expected to be able to wait it out without help and also, many had expressed a need to overcome the anxiety to make the job search possible."
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Female Substance Use Disorder, 2006.
This paper analyzes the correlation between depression and drug addiction in women.
2,226 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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This well-researched paper examines the findings published in numerous medical journals regarding the issue of women and drug addiction. This paper compares the results found in various tests and surveys between men and women addicted to drugs. According to one report, women are significantly more likely than men to have a diagnosis of panic disorders prior to their getting involved in heavy drug use. Another article suggests, that although drug abuse in men is still more prevalent than in women, women are in fact catching up to their male counterparts. This paper discusses the correlation between drug addiction and depression as well as suicide, in both men and women. The writer of this paper contends and explains the lack of support and rehabilitation services that are primarily geared towards women.
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Gender Affects Relationships Between Drug Abuse and Psychiatric
Women and Substance Abuse
Men and Women May Process Cocaine Cues Differently
In Harms Way: Suicide in America
Relational Systems Change
Predominantly Female Caseloads: Identifying Organizational Correlates in Private Substance Abuse Treatment Centers
Prevalence and Motives for Illicit Use of Prescription Stimulants in an Undergraduate Student Sample
Validation of a System of Classifying Female Substance Abusers on the Basis of Personality and Motivational Risk Factors for Substance Abuse
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"With the huge percentage of private drug dependence treatment facilities dwarfing those run by government at various levels, it seems highly appropriate that gender-specific programming should be investigated, and in this article, some results of those inquiries are available. First, since women generally rely more on government-subsidized insurance, and private facilities are less likely to provide those funds, women are at a disadvantage in private centers. Secondly, private facilities rely in many cases on "fee-for-service" payers, again putting women at a disadvantage. Thirdly, private centers can chose which groups, and genders, to market to, based on demands and trends, which is "perhaps to the detriment of minority groups, like women," the article continues."
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Child Psychiatric Disorders, 2002.
A discussion of early onset psychiatric disorders from infancy through adolescence.
1,315 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 12 sources, APA, £ 25.95
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This paper examines how psychiatric disorders affect people of all ages and walks of life and how some are diagnosable as early as infancy. It analyzes how much of the etiology of today's recognized disorders and syndromes in children are poorly understood and difficult to trace in children and adolescents. It looks at how many factors contribute to this lack of empirical evidence and how studies are ongoing with intent to isolate, define and better treat these conditions in our children. It describes some of these conditions and looks at the etiology, characteristics, morbidity and mortality.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia
Adolescent Social Phobia
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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"Many clinicians view Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as a neuropsychiatric disorder. These symptoms have been alleviated in early trials by using serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) leading researchers to believe that OCD may be a genetically acquired disorder. Further, neuroimaging indicates the possibility of abnormal functioning in neurological circuits linking cortical areas of the brain to the basal ganglia. SSRIs also appear to help with this disorder. Further studies are being conducted to establish the interrelationship of neurotransmitter and neuroendocrine abnormalities in childhood-onset OCD and will ultimately be compiled to determine the causal factors."
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Anxiety Disorders, 2002.
Examining anxiety disorders, their effects and treatment available.
1,085 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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Anxiety disorders are a varied and complicated set of physical and psychological problems that affect more than twenty million Americans. This paper examines these disorders, which include general anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorders, and phobias. It shows how these can often exert a disabling influence upon the individual?s life, and disrupt his or her personal and social interactions. Treatments are discussed which focus upon helping the individual to identify and understand the irrationality of their anxiety, and to assist them in facing up to their fears.
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"Anxiety is, ?one of the main motivating forces in much of human behavior? (Beck & Emery, 1985, p. 13), and is a normal reaction to a threatening object or situation. It produces a wide range of physiological and psychological effects that are often described as preparing the body for primitive ?fight or flight?. These symptoms result from the increased amount of adrenaline that is produced by the sympathetic nervous system, which causes an increase in the heart and respiration rate, the raising of blood pressure, and the contraction of blood vessels in the skin and intestines as blood is diverted to the heart, lungs and muscles (P.H.R., 1997). Although these reactions are appropriate when faced with incidents of threat or danger, if this level of anxiety continues after the threat has been removed, or if no real threat exists, these physical and psychological symptoms can lead to the development of anxiety disorders."
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Panic Attacks, 2004.
This article provides a study on the misunderstanding of panic attacks.
1,130 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper first defines and classifies panic attacks. The writer discusses diagnostic criteria and looks into the causes of panic attacks. In this paper, the writer examines what panic attacks are and how they relate to anxiety disorders. The writer also discusses why panic attacks are so frequently misunderstood.
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"The American Psychiatric Association see DSM IV defines anxiety disorders as a group of diagnosable disorders with certain shared features and certain clinical distinctions. The anxiety disorders are typically classified according to the severity and duration of their symptoms and specific behavioral characteristics. The classification categories include; Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) which is long-lasting and low-grade, Panic disorder which has more dramatic symptoms, Phobias Performance anxiety, Obsessive-compulsive ... "
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Drug Panic, 2007.
This paper explores how panic over a drug could be created.
1,257 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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The paper discusses how a drug panic would be fueled by the media and by attorneys bringing lawsuits for medical problems caused by prescription or non-prescription medications. The paper notes that it might be easier to create a panic over non-prescription drugs because more people take these types of medications. The paper looks at methods of spreading the word and frightening the people. The paper discusses the vital role of the media in broadcasting the 'horror stories' that seem so popular on the nightly news.
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"In truth, the side effects, especially the most dangerous ones, occur very rarely in a minute number of people but everyone must be warned just in case any of the side effects do occur (Reinarman & Levine, 1989). Most medications are very safe, but yet there are lawsuits and many other problems that are seen on television on an almost daily basis. This is true with prescription medications, but it is also true of non-prescription medications such as cold/cough remedies and pain relievers. These are very important to point out as well because they are so common and so many people use them. This being the case, there could be problems with a widespread panic for these kinds of drugs, too."
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Panic Attacks, 2002.
A discussion of the prevalence, seriousness and treatability of panic attacks.
1,148 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper begins by defining what panic attacks are and attemps to explain how and why certain people get these attacks. It provides an hypothesis that there has been a rise in panic attacks in recent decades due to the higher stress factor in our personal and professional lives. The paper examines this hypothesis, its limitations and reviews literature which relates to this theory.
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"A panic attack is a most uncomfortable but irrational feeling of impending doom and helplessness that suddenly happens in a particular place or situation. The heart pounds, breathing becomes difficult, the person trembles, feels dizzy or nauseated and feels that he is going crazy. It has been observed to occur during tense life transitions like a change of job, marriage or the birth of the first child, most often in adolescents and young adults. Because of its unpredictable nature and the fact of more and more pressure situations in today?s living, it becomes a matter of concern to learn more about panic attacks."
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