Members,
Individuals with Panic Disorder;
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are more prone to alcohol and
other drug abuse
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have greater risk of attempting
suicide
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spend more time in hospital
emergency rooms
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spend less time on hobbies,
sports and other satisfying activities
°
tend to be financially
dependent on others
°
report feeling emotionally and
physically less healthy than non-sufferers.
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are afraid of driving more than
a few miles away from home
Panic disorders can also have economic
effects. For example, a recent study cited the case of a woman who gave up a
$40,000 a year job that required travel for one close to home that only paid
$14,000 a year. Other sufferers have reported losing their jobs and having to
rely on public assistance or family members.
Breanne, Bilingual Health Educator
