If you suspect you may be suffering from panic disorder, complete the following self-test by clicking the "Yes" or "No" boxes next to each question. Then, contact us to review the results.

HOW CAN I TELL IF IT'S PANIC DISORDER?
Yes or No?
Are you troubled by:

Yes No
Repeated, unexpected "attacks" during which you suddenly are overcome by intense fear or discomfort, for no apparent reason?

During this attack, did you experience any of these symptoms?

Yes No
Pounding heart
Yes No
Sweating
Yes No
Trembling or shaking
Yes No
Shortness of breath
Yes No
Choking
Yes No
Chest pain
Yes No
Nausea or abdominal discomfort
Yes No
"Jelly" legs
Yes No
Dizziness
Yes No
Feelings of unreality or being detached from yourself
Yes No
Fear of dying
Yes No
Numbness or tingling sensations
Yes No
Chills or hot flashes
Yes No
Do you experience a fear of places or situations where getting help or escape might be difficult, such as in a crowd or on a bridge?
Yes No
Does being unable to travel without a companion trouble you?

For at least one month following an attack, have you:

Yes No
Felt persistent concern about having another one?
Yes No
Worried about having a heart attack or going "crazy"?
Yes No
Changed your behavior to accommodate the attack?

Having more than one illness at the same time can make it difficult to diagnose and treat the different conditions. Illnesses that sometimes complicate an anxiety disorder include depression and substance abuse. With this in mind, please take a minute to answer the following questions:

Yes No
Have you experienced changes in sleeping or eating habits?

More days than not, do you feel:

Yes No
Sad or depressed?
Yes No
Disinterested in life?
Yes No
Worthless or guilty?

During the last year, has the use of alcohol or drugs:

Yes No
Resulted in your failure to fulfill responsibilities with work, school, or family?
Yes No
Placed you in a dangerous situation, such as driving a car under the influence?
Yes No
Gotten you arrested?
Yes No
Continued despite causing problems for you and/or your loved ones?