DSM-IV Criteria for Diagnosis of Panic Disorder
| A. Both (1) and (2): |
| (1) Recurrent unexpected panic attacks |
| Discrete episode of intense fear starting abruptly and peaking within 10 minutes, including at least four of the following symptoms: palpitations, sweating, trembling, dyspnea, choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, depersonalization, chills/hot flashes, paresthesias, fear of dying, fear of losing control. |
| (2) At least one of the following: persistent concern about future attacks, worry about consequences of attacks, change in behavior due to attacks |
| B. Presence or absence of agoraphobia |
| C. Attacks are not due to substances or general medical condition |
| D. Attacks are not better accounted for by another mental disorder |