Panic Attack Self-Assessment Log
Track the context, symptoms, and impact of panic attacks to guide treatment planning
Panic Attack Self-Assessment Log
Track the context, symptoms, and impact of panic attacks to guide treatment planning
Panic attacks are sudden surges of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as racing heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, and chest tightness. According to DSM-5-TR criteria, symptoms peak within minutes and can occur out of the blue or in response to a known trigger. Tracking your panic episodes systematically helps your clinician distinguish between panic disorder, situational anxiety, and medical conditions with overlapping symptoms. Research (Hofmann et al., 2021) shows that self-monitoring also reduces the perceived unpredictability of attacks, which is itself a key driver of panic-related distress.
After each panic episode, complete one row as soon as you are able. Record what you were thinking and doing just before the attack, the physical symptoms you experienced, the peak intensity on a 0-10 scale, how long the episode lasted, and any behavioral changes you have made as a result (for example, avoiding certain places). Bring this log to your next therapy session for collaborative review.
| Date and Situation Before the Attack | Physical Symptoms Experienced | Peak Intensity (0-10) | Duration (Minutes) | Avoidance or Behavioral Changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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