Does a fourteen year old girl really need antipsychotics to control her panic attacks?

Medication is not always the best option, just as therapy is not always the best option. If a fourteen year old is having panic attacks, she should talk to her parents and her doctors and do what is best for her mental health.

A fourteen year old girl parents needs professional advice from a qualified doctor to see if she need antipsychotics to control her panic attacks.

I believe that everyone has the potebtial to help themselves and that as a last resort should we turn to medication. With that being said everyone is different and a doctor should be consulted always before making these kinds of decisions but you can also get a second opinion !

I think it is something that has to be discussed with a qualified doctor. There are many natural options for panic attacks but they don't work for everyone.

i was 14 and on anti psychotics. to be honest, they didnt help the panic attacks, it was a quick fix that left me in a zombie state where i couldnt function.

This is really a question a medical professional can answer, but in my opinion, I'd suggest age doesn't really come in to this. If a medical professional suggests that someone would benefit from taking antipsychotics, it can be worth entering into a conversation as to whether they're worthwhile taking. Anyone of almost any age can suffer from mental health issues of any severity and hence might benefit from many sorts of treatment.

For me, it's a no. Drugs can harm her and I think that's worse. Guidance of the elders should be a yes. It can help her cope up with her situation and positively, stop her panic attacks. She's only a child. And children should be loved and not treated as psychos or some mad people.

It all really depends on the level. Ideally ensure she (or he) does NOT become addicted. Support them

Maybe, it depends on how bad they can get. if they really do help, then they are a good option, but if they don't work for you you should discuss that with your family to figure out a solution.

if a doctor gave it to you, I would consult them or a therapist for more information. the Internet and this site are not qualified to answer than question for you. medication is based on how you are doing and how you react to certain situations, not what people generally need.