Panic Attack Progress Record

The Panic Attack Progress Record is designed to track panic attack frequency over time.
 

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Professional version

Offers theory, guidance, and prompts for mental health professionals. Downloads are in Fillable PDF format where appropriate.

Client version

Includes client-friendly guidance. Downloads are in Fillable PDF format where appropriate.

Editable version (PPT)

An editable Microsoft PowerPoint version of the resource.

Editable version (DOC)

An editable Microsoft Word version of the resource.

Overview

Recovery often has a fluctuating course and it is important to monitor progress in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Clients can use the Panic Attack Progress Record worksheet to record the frequency of panic incidents over time.

Why Use This Resource?

Tracking panic attacks can help clients:

  • Monitor how often they experience panic attacks.
  • Observe and recognize the progress they make in treatment.
  • Feel more motivated and optimistic about change.

Key Benefits

Accuracy

Supports precise tracking of panic-related experiences.

Progress

Allows for evaluation of therapy's impact over time.

Motivation

Serves as a motivational tool, highlighting progress and improvement.

Who is this for?

Panic Attacks

Sudden surges of intense fear or discomfort, typically accompanied by physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, breathlessness, dizziness, or fear of losing control.

Panic Disorder

Repeated, unexpected panic attacks and persistent concern or behavioral change related to future episodes.

Integrating it into your practice

01

Introduce

Explain the value of tracking progress in therapy.

02

Record

Use the worksheet daily to log panic attacks, anxiety, and worry levels.

03

Review

Review the recorded data regularly.

04

Modify

Adjust treatment and interventions based on the recorded data.

Theoretical Background & Therapist Guidance

The Panic Attack Progress Record, adapted from Psychology Tools for Overcoming Panic, is a structured tool designed to support the monitoring of key treatment indicators in cognitive behavioural therapy for panic disorder. Specifically, it enables clients and therapists to track the frequency of panic attacks, as well as levels of anticipatory anxiety and worry about future attacks. Systematic progress monitoring is an integral component of evidence-based CBT for panic, offering valuable insights into treatment efficacy and informing clinical decision-making. Additionally, many clients report that tracking their progress enhances motivation and reinforces a sense of control over their recovery.

What's inside

  • An clear and accessible resource for clients experiencing panic.
  • An introduction and overview of the resource.
  • Key references and suggestions for further reading.
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FAQs

Panic attacks are sudden episodes of intense fear or discomfort that peak within minutes and are accompanied by physical and cognitive symptoms such as a racing heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, and fears of losing control or dying.
Unlike general mood trackers, this resource specifically targets panic and anxiety.
Suggest incorporating tracking into daily routines to alleviate task pressure, and emphasize the long-term benefits for therapeutic progress.

How This Resource Improves Clinical Outcomes

  • Enhances client engagement in therapy.
  • Builds awareness of panic patterns.
  • Provides an overview of treatment progress.

References And Further Reading

  • Whalley, M. G. (2017). Psychology tools for overcoming panic. Psychology Tools.