Anxiety Disorders Associated with Panic - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm



Panic Disorder - Recurrent, Unexpected Panic Attacks

Specific Phobia - Specific Trigger (e.g. water, heights, animals, etc.)

Separation Anxiety Disorder - Separation From Attachment Figure

Agoraphobia - Using Public Transportation, Open Spaces, Enclosed Spaces, Being in a Line, Crowd, or Outside the Home

Social Anxiety Disorder - Public Setting Where a Negative Evaluation May Occur

Generalized Anxiety Disorder - Worry about Several Events or Activities for >6 months (e.g. Work or School)

Agoraphobia - Setting Where Patient May Sense Difficulty in Escape (e.g. Public transportation, Lines, Crowds etc. )

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder - Intrusive/ Inappropriate/ Distressing Thoughts With Repetitive Behaviour Meant to Neutralize Anxiety

Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia) - Excessive Worry or Fear About Social Situations



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