At what point would one be usually diagnosed with a panic disorder?
Correct answer: D. After numerous disabling panic attacks
- A. After one panic attack
- B. When one gets scared in a new situation
- C. When it scares you
- D. After numerous disabling panic attacks
Explanation
Panic disorder involves recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, usually followed by persistent worry or avoidance; therefore a pattern of disabling attacks is required rather than one ordinary episode of fear. A single panic attack alone does not establish the disorder.
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