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I was diagnosed with a panic disorder and agoraphobia. what should i do?

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Dr. Maureen Nash answered

Specializes in Geriatric Psychiatry

CBT: Cognitive behavior therapy is often the most effective treatment. If it is severe enough a medication that works with serotonin may also help. Contact your doctor or a psychotherpist.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/7/2013

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Dr. Sahba Ferdowsi answered

Specializes in General Practice

EMDR: Emdr is another modality that can help.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 4/15/2013

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