In the U.S., 1.6% of adults (3 million) will have Panic Disorder in their lifetime.
30% of people with PD abuse alcohol.
Twice as many woman as men have PD.
Most panic attacks start in the mid 20’s.
Proper treatment reduces or prevents panic attacks in 70-90% of cases.
29-44% of those with PD also have Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
43% of ER patients with chest pain actually have PD.
Panic patients may see an average of 10 doctors before a correct diagnosis is made.
50% of those with PD will have clinical depression during their lifetime.
PD is abnormal activation of the part of the brain called the amygdale.
