Early Intervention for Panic Disorder
Author Information
Author(s): Meulenbeek Peter, Willemse Godelief, Smit Filip, van Balkom Anton, Spinhoven Philip, Cuijpers Pim
Primary Institution: VU-University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hypothesis
We predict that the experimental condition will show superior clinical and economic outcomes relative to a waitlisted control group.
Conclusion
The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of an early intervention for panic disorder symptoms.
Supporting Evidence
- Panic disorder affects 2% to 3% of the adult population each year.
- 35.9% of presumably normal subjects reported experiencing one or more panic attacks in the past year.
- Effective treatments for panic disorder exist, but many sufferers do not receive them.
Takeaway
This study is trying to help people who feel anxious and panic by teaching them skills to manage their feelings better.
Methodology
A multi-site, randomized controlled trial comparing an early intervention course to a waitlist control group.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the absence of a placebo control and the short follow-up period.
Limitations
The study lacks a placebo control and has a short follow-up period of three months.
Participant Demographics
Participants were adults over 18 years with subthreshold or mild panic disorder.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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