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Comparing two brief psychological interventions to usual care in panic disorder patients presenting to the emergency department with chest pain.

Author: BellevilleGeneviève, ChaunyJean-Marc, DupuisGilles, FleetRichard, Foldes-BusqueGuillaume, LavoieKim L, LessardMarie-Josée, MarchandAndré, PellandMarie-Ève, PoitrasJulien, VadeboncoeurAlain

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Overview

Panic disorder is common among people who go to the emergency room (ER) for chest pain, but psychological treatment is rarely offered. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a brief cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) program for people with panic disorder who present to the ER with chest pain, as there are no existing studies on this topic.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Panic disorder (PD) is a common, often unrecognized condition among patients presenting with chest pain to the emergency departments (ED). Nevertheless, psychological treatment is rarely initiated. We are unaware of studies that evaluated the efficacy of brief cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) for...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1017/S1352465811000506

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Panic Disorder: A Hidden Oasis in the Desert of Chest Pain

Panic disorder (PD) is a common but often overlooked condition, especially in emergency departments where patients present with chest pain. This research investigates the efficacy of brief cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in treating panic disorder patients who present to the emergency department with chest pain. The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of CBT compared to usual care, examining whether brief CBT could improve the symptoms of panic disorder in this specific population.

A Beacon of Hope: Brief CBT Shows Promise

While the study did not find conclusive evidence of the efficacy of brief CBT in this population, it did highlight the importance of addressing psychological distress in patients presenting with chest pain. The researchers suggest that further research is needed to explore the potential benefits of brief CBT for panic disorder patients in this setting.

Beyond the Desert: Addressing Underlying Psychological Factors

This study underscores the importance of addressing underlying psychological factors in patients presenting with chest pain, emphasizing the need for a more holistic approach to care. It's like finding a hidden oasis in the desert of physical symptoms, recognizing the need to address the psychological underpinnings of physical ailments.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research examines the potential of brief CBT for panic disorder patients presenting to the emergency department with chest pain. While the study did not find conclusive evidence of its efficacy, it highlights the importance of addressing psychological distress in this population and suggests the need for further research to explore this promising approach.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2012-06-05
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-01
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

21929830

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1017/S1352465811000506

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