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How effective is zoloft (sertraline) in treating panic disorder? social anxiety? i really need to know or am i just wasting my time with it.
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Panic disorder: Medication may play a role in helping but behavioral interventions are very helpful. See a mental health professional who can help w/things like clinical hypnosis, imagery, or the like. See www.relaxationresponse.org for self-help also. Peace and good health. Your sympathetic nervous system is too sensitive.
Answered 12/17/2018
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Effective for both: Zoloft (sertraline) is for both panic disorder and social anxiety. One study showed that freedom from panic attacks was 62% versus 46% in the placebo (sugar pill) group. The percent reduction in panic attacks was 88% versus 53% in placebo. Also, a study showed significant improvement social anxiety. Know, though, that it doesn’t work for everybody, so be sure to assess as you go; another drug may be better.
Answered 3/10/2016
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