A relative of yours who suffers from panic disorder asks you what treatment would have the longest-lasting benefits.Since you have just read about the double-blind NIMH research study evaluating psychological treatments with and without medication,you tell your relative to first try

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The NIMH research study found that panic control treatment, which includes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), had the longest-lasting benefits for individuals with panic disorder. Therefore, CBT should be the first choice of treatment for your relative. Drug imipramine may have some benefits but should not be the first choice, and psychological treatment with medication did not show any significant long-term benefits compared to CBT alone. Therefore, D is not the correct choice.

A Relative of Yours Who Suffers from Panic Disorder Asks