Question

A 22-year-old woman presents with panic attacks. She has episodes of palpitations, dyspnoea and fear of dying lasting 10-15 minutes. Medical workup is normal. According to Canadian anxiety guidelines, what is the MOST appropriate first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive behavioural therapy with or without SSRI

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Long-term benzodiazepine monotherapy

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Antipsychotic medication

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Electroconvulsive therapy

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Opioid analgesics

Practice question

A 22-year-old woman presents with panic attacks. She has episodes of palpitations, dyspnoea and fear of dying lasting 10-15 minutes. Medical workup is normal. According to Canadian anxiety guidelines, what is the MOST appropriate first-line treatment?