Panic Disorder

Recurrent unexpected panic attacks are followed by at least 1 month of persistent concern about further attacks or their consequences, or a maladaptive change in behavior.

Timing requirement

Duration

≥1 month after recurrent unexpected attacks

1 wk1 mo6 mo1 yr2 yr

Timing in context

The panic attacks themselves peak within minutes; the 1-month rule applies to the subsequent concern or behavior change.

Sources and review

Last content review: August 21, 2026 · PsychDB ↗