Panic Disorder Severity Scale
A measure of the severity of panic disorder symptoms including panic attacks, anticipatory anxiety, and avoidance.
For each of the following questions, select the answer that best describes your experience during the past week.
?? Past weekBased on your responses to the PDSS
The PDSS is a clinical measure used to assess panic disorder severity. Panic disorder is highly treatable with appropriate intervention. If you're experiencing significant symptoms, please consult with a mental health professional who can provide proper assessment and evidence-based treatment.
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The Panic Disorder Severity Scale (PDSS) was developed by Shear et al. (1997) to provide a comprehensive measure of panic disorder severity. It assesses seven dimensions:
The PDSS is widely used in research and clinical practice to track treatment progress and assess symptom severity.