Some people use counselling, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, to treat panic disorder. It can help you to:

• Deal with problems you are having right now.
• Learn how to deal with future anxiety and panic attacks.

Other treatments include support groups and exercises that help you relax, such as progressive muscle relaxation or meditation.

WHY MIGHT YOUR DOCTOR RECOMMEND TAKING MEDICINE:

Your doctor might advise you to take medicines if:

• You have not been able to control your symptoms with other treatment, such as counselling with cognitive-behavioural therapy.
• You have other problems linked to panic disorder that could benefit from medicine, such asdepression or problems with drugs or alcohol.