Featured Studies
Featured studies include only those currently recruiting participants. They are listed according to the date they were added to the ClinicalTrials.gov registry, with the most recent studies appearing first.
- Effectiveness of Intensive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Treating Adolescent Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia.
Interventional study. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of intensive cognitive behavioral therapy in treating adolescents with panic disorder with agoraphobia. Ages 12-17. Location in Boston, MA.
- Evaluating the Relationship Between Tobacco Use, Anxiety Sensitivity, and Panic in Adolescents.
Evaluation study. This study will determine whether there is a relationship between tobacco use and a heightened response to panic-producing events among adolescents. Ages 12-17. Location in Fayetteville, AR.
- Evaluating the Effects of Stress in Pregnancy.
Evaluation study. This study will evaluate pregnant women with a past or current diagnosis of depression or anxiety to gain a better understanding of how these disorders can affect an infant's development, both during and after pregnancy. Ages 18-45. Location in Atlanta, GA.
- Development of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Techniques for Studying Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
Evaluation study. This study is intended to help develop new MRI imaging techniques for studying mood and anxiety disorders. Ages 18-50. Location in Bethesda, MD.
- Comparison of Psychotherapy Programs to Treat Panic Disorder.
Interventional study. This study will determine the relative effectiveness of three psychotherapies in treating people with a panic disorder. Ages 18-70. Locations in New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA.
Search ClinicalTrials.gov for other NIH studies on Panic Disorder.
Related Information
- Learn more about Panic Disorder
Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder and is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.
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