Panic disorder is a type of disorder in which there are recurrent panic attacks involving intense fear and persistent concern of additional attacks. The attacks typically peak in 10 minutes. The symptoms for a panic attack can be easily remembered using the mnemonic PANICS: ~ P: Palpitations, Paresthesias, dePersonalization ~ A: Abdominal distress ~ N: Nausea ~ I: Intense fear of dying and losing control ~ C: Choking, Chills, Chest pain ~ S: Sweating, Shaking, Shortness of breath Image by: buoyhealth.com