In this book, the authors present topical research in the study of the symptoms, treatment and prevention of panic disorder. Topics discussed include the pharmacological treatments of panic disorder; an examination of the genetic and epigenetic, neurotransmitter, body system, cognitive, environmental and lifestyle behavior influences on panic disorder; the reliability and validity of the Dutch version of the panic disorder severity scale; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors interacting with the serotonergic nervous system in the treatment of panic disorders; the comorbidity and clinical correlates of schizophrenia and panic symptoms; physical exercise as a prescription for panic disorder and agoraphobia and panic disorder.