Those with panic disorder have frequent and abrupt panic attacks
Panic attacks entails individuals having immediate periods of extreme fear
These attacks occur quickly and peak in minutes
Attacks can occur at random or be induced by a trigger(s) (i.e a feared object or situation)
People are often anxious about when their next attack will occur
Anxiety Disorders (Source: nimh.nih.gov)
Anxiety is defined as “ an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes” (Source: apa.org, definition adapted from the encyclopedia of Psychology)
Individuals with Anxiety disorders tend to have “recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns” (Source: apa.org, adapted from the encyclopedia of Psychology).
Anxiety can also bring on physical symptoms “such as sweating, trembling, dizziness or a rapid heartbeat. ( Source apa.org, adapted from the encyclopedia of Psychology)
There are various types/forms of anxiety disorders such as panic disorders, phobia-related disorders and generalized anxiety disorder (source: nimh.nih.gov)