Xanax, also known by its generic name alprazolam, is a benzodiazepine, and is used to treat anxiety disorders such as panic disorder. Benzodiazepines modulate GABA receptors, which have inhibitory effects on the CNS (Central Nervous System). The problem with Xanax, as with all the benzodiazepines, is that there is an addictive potential when taking this […]
How Much Prozac Should I Take for Panic Disorders?
Prozac, also known by the generic name fluoxetine, is an antidepressant in the SSRI class (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor). Prozac being labelled as an antidepressant is a misnomer, as in addition to depression, Prozac treats anxiety disorders, such as panic disorder. Prozac can be initiated at 10mg once daily, then increased by 10mg every 1 […]
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How Much Zoloft Should I Take for Panic Disorders?
Zoloft, also known by the generic name sertraline, is an antidepressant medication in the SSRI class (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor). Zoloft is prescribed for panic disorder, and is a popular medication amongst all the SSRIs, as it is relatively well tolerated and easy to dose. For panic disorder, you can start off by taking 25mg, […]
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Can Inositol Cure Panic Disorders?
Let’s try to avoid the usage of the word cure, because that implies magic or a miracle. Inositol has been found to be effective for the treatment of panic disorder. Inositol is a sweet tasting carbohydrate and is a derivative of glucose, a sugar. Inositol is found in fruits, as well as lechitins. Lechitins are […]
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Can Wellbutrin treat panic disorder?
No…Wellbutrin does not treat panic disorder. Panic disorder is treated using antidepressant medications that increase serotonin in the CNS (Central Nervous System). Wellbutrin (generic name bupropion) is an antidepressant medication that blocks the reuptake of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the synapse, thereby increasing the concentration of dopamine in the neuronal synapses. Dopamine is not implicated […]
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How Effective is Zoloft for Panic Disorders?
Zoloft is very effective for panic disorder. Zoloft, generic name sertraline, is an antidepressant medication in the SSRI class (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor). Of all the SSRIs, Zoloft has relatively fewer side effects and is generally well tolerated. It is also quite effective for panic disorder. In reality, all of the SSRIs are effective for […]
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The Biological Basis for Panic Disorder
Panic disorder has multiple findings that suggest a biological basis: There are various agents that can induce panic attacks in normal people and in in those with panic disorder. These agents include sodium lactate, carbon dioxide, caffeine, serotonergic agents, yohimbine, and cholecystokinin (Bourin et al., 1998). So these findings suggest chemical compounds can induce panic […]
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Unconventional Alternatives – Ear Massages that Can Relieve Anxiety
Have you ever noticed how relaxing it is when someone massages your ear, especially when your partner does it during intimate moments? Some people can get so relaxed with an ear massage that they can just about fall asleep. The good news is that now there are research studies that back up that feeling of […]
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Can the Fight or Flight Response Be Controlled?
Yes, the fight or flight response can be controlled. The fight or flight response occurs when you are exposed to something you fear. Fearful situations include: hearing footsteps behind you when walking home in the dark; giving a speech to an audience; making new friends at a party; interviewing for a new job; taking a […]
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What Can I Do to Stop Being a Hypochondriac?
A hypochondriac has persistent beliefs that they are ill. Having hypochondria, or health anxiety, makes you worry constantly that your symptoms could be a sign of some serious medical illness, and you are constantly checking your symptoms and scouring the internet for any information on your possible condition. You may even doctor-shop and have multiple […]
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