Question

A 25-year-old woman with panic disorder experiences recurrent unexpected panic attacks with intense fear. According to guidelines, which therapy is recommended first-line?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or SSRIs

Answer

Long-term benzodiazepines

Answer

SSRIs plus beta-blockers

Answer

Tricyclic antidepressants only

Answer

Systemic family therapy

Practice question

A 25-year-old woman with panic disorder experiences recurrent unexpected panic attacks with intense fear. According to guidelines, which therapy is recommended first-line?