Evaluation of Substance P Neurotransmission in Panic Disorder by PET Imaging of NK1 Receptors With...
Panic DisorderHealthyThis study is designed to observe the effects of a panic attack in patients with panic disorders and to demonstrate the involvement of Substance P in panic disorder, and thereby, further our understanding of its role in this illness. We will measure levels of Substance P in the brain by obtaining pictures of the brain using PET and MRI....
Staccato Alprazolam in Panic Attack
Treatment of Induced Panic AttackWe are developing Staccato™ Alprazolam for the treatment of Panic attacks associated with panic disorder. This study will provide an initial assessment of efficacy, and to continue to describe the tolerability and pharmacokinetics, of a single inhaled dose of Staccato Alprazolam on a doxapram-induced panic attack in patients with panic disorder.
A Study of Risperidone Monotherapy in Bipolar Anxiety
Bipolar DisorderPanic Disorder1 moreThe specific aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, tolerability, and safety of risperidone monotherapy in the treatment of ambulatory bipolar disorder with comorbid lifetime panic disorder or generalized anxiety disorder and current at least moderately severe anxiety.
Telephone-Based Care Management Program for Individuals With Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety DisordersPanic DisorderThis study will determine the impact of a telephone-based care management program for primary care patients with panic disorder or generalized anxiety disorder.
Walking or High Intensity Exercise for Anxiety
Generalized Anxiety DisorderPanic Disorder1 moreAfter an initial phone screen process, approximately 50 participants will be enrolled and evaluated/screened in person after consenting to achieve 30 eligible participants with a principal diagnosis of GAD, panic disorder, or social anxiety disorder and high anxiety sensitivity (Anxiety Sensitivity Index score =20). Participants will be given a choice of either high intensity interval training (HIIT) or walking interventions, which will be completed over the course of 8 weeks. The goal of the study is to 1) obtain pilot data comparing the efficacy of HIIT vs. walking for effects on psychiatric, functioning and immune outcomes, 2) to identify adherence levels given the choice of exercise intensity, and 3) to identify proportion of individuals opting for each intervention. Results from this pilot study will be used to inform future grant applications including a K award.
Treatments for Anxiety: Meditation and Escitalopram
Anxiety DisordersGeneralized Anxiety Disorder3 moreWe propose the first randomized, controlled study to assess the comparative effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) with a medication for anxiety disorders. We will use escitalopram, gold-standard SSRI treatment for patients with anxiety disorders, and will examine the comparative effectiveness of the two treatments on anxiety symptoms and other outcomes important to patients.
Internet-based Exposure Therapy for Panic Disorder
Panic Disorder With AgoraphobiaThe purpose of this study is examine if an internet-based exposure therapy based on inhibitory learning is feasible, acceptable and effective in reducing panic symptoms amongst patients who suffer from panic disorder and agoraphobia.
Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy With Panic Control Treatment for Adolescents With...
Panic DisorderThis study will evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy with a panic control treatment component in treating adolescents with panic disorder.
Exposure Therapy For Veterans With PTSD And Panic Attacks
PTSDPanic AttacksTo evaluate the feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness of Multiple Channel Exposure Therapy-Veterans (MCET-V) as a treatment for returning service members with comorbid PTSD and panic disorder (PD). This study will examine the effectiveness of MCET-V by comparing it to Cognitive Processing Therapy, a standard PTSD treatment.
Paroxetine vs Placebo Combined With Aerobic Exercise or Relaxation in Panic Disorder
Panic DisorderEfficacy and safety of a 10-weeks treatment protocol of paroxetine vs. placebo in combination with regular aerobic exercise (running) or regular relaxation training in the treatment of panic disorder.