How to treat panic attacks in children<br>Get a diagnosis. In order to diagnose panic attacks, a medical professional must first rule out any physical causes of the symptoms, as well as other mental disorders. Take the child to a doctor for a complete physical, and then to a mental health professional for an evaluation.
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