Panic Disorder Article Main Image

This artwork shows a person inside a train carriage, gripping a pole while placing a hand on their chest. Their expression reflects rising panic and physical discomfort. Around them are symbolic elements — lightning bolts, broken fragments, alarm bells, and heart icons — illustrating the sudden surge of fear, chest tightness, and urgency often experienced during a panic attack. Other passengers appear muted in the background, highlighting how isolating panic disorder can feel even in public spaces. The image captures the experience of being overwhelmed by symptoms that appear “out of nowhere,” a hallmark of panic disorder.