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Panic Disorder Self-Test

Questions Yes No

A. Have you experienced four (or more) of the following symptoms:

  • Chest Discomfort
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Palpitations, or accelerated heart rate
  • Sweating
  • Shaking
  • Numbness or tingling sensation
  • Nausea
  • Heat or chills sensation
  • Fear of losing control
  • Fear of dying
   

B. Do your episode of anxiety have the following characteristics?

  • Unexpected
  • Surge of intense discomfort reaches a peak within minutes
  • Recurrent
   
C. Do you have persistent worry about the recurrence of the attack?    
D. Have you avoided certain activities or behaviors (e.g. shopping or using public transportation) because of worry about the attacks?    
E. Have the above disturbances caused significant impact on your social, occupational, or other important parts of functioning?    

 

If most of your answers in Part A to E are ‘Yes’, it is possible that you may be suffering from panic disorder. You are suggested to seek further assessment from mental health professionals.  

 

Please note that the above self-test cannot replace clinical assessment. If you are suffering from psychological distress, or if you have any queries about panic disorder, please seek help from mental health professionals