S2E9 - CBT for Panic Disorder

Welcome to Season 2 of AMC Clinical Deep Dive! Affecting 10% of GP patients1, this high-yield topic requires an NHMRC Level 1 evidence-based approach. This episode breaks down Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), the recommended first-line therapy. Learn to explain symptoms like racing hearts and "jelly legs" via the "fight or flight" adrenaline response. We dive into interoceptive exposure (inducing symptoms via hyperventilation to teach mastery) and in vivo exposure. With a powerful NNT of 3, learn how to guide patients toward clinician-supported online tools like MindSpot to demonstrate safe, structured care.#AMCClinicalExam #PanicDisorderCBT #FightorFlightResponse #OSCEMentalHealth #IMGAustralia #InteroceptiveExposurePro Tip: In your exam, focus on the psychoeducation aspect. Even if you aren't a trained psychologist, a GP must be able to explain the "fight or flight" mechanism clearly to the patient to prevent the panic feedback loop.If this AMC-related topic interests you, visit the full webpage for extended notes and additional exam-oriented resources: https://apwix.com/100382👉 Episodes in Season 1 (150 clinical scenarios) have been indexed by topic, patient group, discipline, setting, and more to support targeted learning.Use the filters to locate discussions relevant to your study or clinical training.🎧 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Access the library⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.