A critical review of the empirical literature on coping and panic disorder

The present review critically examines the available empirical literature on coping and panic disorder (PD). As a basis for the review, key terms are defined and conceptual models are presented. The empirical literature on coping processes in relation to PD is then critically reviewed with a specific focus on methodology. For each section, primary conclusions are presented. In the final section, directions for future research are provided both in terms of methodological and conceptual issues. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.