
Suggest Treatment For Anxiety, Panic Attacks And Insomnia

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Hello, and thanks for your question.
The treatment of anxiety, panic, and insomnia as you are describing is twofold. First, you need to be on an SSRI antidepressant medication such as sertraline or escitalopram. Second, you need to be in therapy with a trained psychotherapist for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). These two treatments, particularly when used together, are the standard of care for your symptoms and will certainly help you feel better.
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Yes, antidepressants are the treatment of choice for anxiety disorders, panic disorder, and insomnia caused by anxiety. It has nothing to do with depression. Unfortunately I am not aware of any psychiatrists in that area. Call your insurance company for a referral.
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Antidepressants are the standard treatment for anxiety and anxiety-related insomnia. There are more than 20 antidepressants to choose from, not just Prozac, all with different side effect profiles. I strongly encourage you to work with your doctor to find one that works for you. Good luck!
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In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers

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