Evaluation of an Online-Based Self-Help Program for Patients With Panic Disorder: Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder marked by severe fear of panic attacks in the absence of causes. Agoraphobia is a related anxiety disorder, which involves fear and avoidance of specific situations in which escape or help may be difficult. Both can be debilitating and impair well-being. One treatment option may be internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT), which allows large-scale application and may overcome treatment barriers for some individuals.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluated the effectiveness of a novel online self-help intervention for panic disorder with or without agoraphobia. As our primary hypotheses, we expected the intervention to improve panic and agoraphobia symptoms and well-being. Our secondary hypotheses entailed improvement

SUBMITTER: Lalk C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12004017 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature