Luckily, panic attacks can be treated, and treatment is highly effective. Medication is often necessary, and xanax is the only drug approved by the FDA specifically for use in the treatments. Anti-depressants are also effective. Wolpe developed a method of treatment which involves psychotherapy. Wolpe asserted that it is impossible to be nervous and relaxed at the same time.
Patients learn to gradually overcome their fear.
This use of cognitive therapy is highly effective with panic attacks.