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What is a common symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
What is a common symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
What is the primary focus of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety?
What is the primary focus of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety?
What is a characteristic of Specific Phobias?
What is a characteristic of Specific Phobias?
What is a common symptom of Panic Disorder?
What is a common symptom of Panic Disorder?
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What is a key feature of Social Anxiety Disorder?
What is a key feature of Social Anxiety Disorder?
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What is a medication used to treat anxiety symptoms?
What is a medication used to treat anxiety symptoms?
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What is a lifestyle change that can help manage anxiety?
What is a lifestyle change that can help manage anxiety?
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How long must symptoms last to meet diagnostic criteria for Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
How long must symptoms last to meet diagnostic criteria for Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
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Study Notes
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Excessive and persistent worry about everyday things, even when there is no apparent reason to worry
- Restlessness, feeling on edge, fatigue, concentration problems, and sleep disturbances
- Symptoms must last for at least 6 months to meet diagnostic criteria
- Often co-occurs with other anxiety disorders, depression, and substance abuse
Specific Phobias
- Irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity
- Exposure to the feared object/situation triggers an immediate anxiety response
- Avoidance of the feared object/situation is common
- Examples: fear of spiders, heights, enclosed spaces, flying, etc.
Panic Disorder
- Recurring panic attacks, which are sudden feelings of intense fear or discomfort
- Panic attacks reach a peak within minutes and include physical symptoms such as:
- Racing heartbeat
- Sweating
- Trembling
- Shortness of breath
- Feeling of choking
- Nausea or abdominal discomfort
- Fear of having another panic attack or avoiding situations where a panic attack may occur
Social Anxiety Disorder
- Fear of being judged, evaluated, or rejected in social situations
- Fear of being the center of attention
- Fear of acting in a way that will be embarrassing or humiliating
- Avoidance of social situations or enduring them with significant distress
- Fear of specific social situations, such as public speaking, meeting new people, or dating
Anxiety Treatment Approaches
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
- Identify and challenge negative thought patterns
- Learn relaxation techniques and coping skills
- Gradual exposure to feared situations
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Medications:
- Benzodiazepines (e.g., alprazolam) for short-term relief
- Antidepressants (e.g., SSRIs) for longer-term management
- Beta blockers for specific anxiety symptoms (e.g., performance anxiety)
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Lifestyle Changes:
- Regular exercise and relaxation techniques (e.g., yoga, meditation)
- Healthy sleep habits and nutrition
- Social support and stress management
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Characterized by excessive and persistent worry about everyday things, even when there is no apparent reason to worry
- Symptoms include restlessness, feeling on edge, fatigue, concentration problems, and sleep disturbances
- Must last for at least 6 months to meet diagnostic criteria
- Often co-occurs with other anxiety disorders, depression, and substance abuse
Specific Phobias
- Defined by an irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity
- Exposure to the feared object/situation triggers an immediate anxiety response
- Avoidance of the feared object/situation is common
- Examples: fear of spiders, heights, enclosed spaces, flying, etc.
Panic Disorder
- Recurring panic attacks, which are sudden feelings of intense fear or discomfort
- Panic attacks reach a peak within minutes and include physical symptoms such as:
- Racing heartbeat
- Sweating
- Trembling
- Shortness of breath
- Feeling of choking
- Nausea or abdominal discomfort
- Fear of having another panic attack or avoiding situations where a panic attack may occur
Social Anxiety Disorder
- Characterized by fear of being judged, evaluated, or rejected in social situations
- Fear of being the center of attention
- Fear of acting in a way that will be embarrassing or humiliating
- Avoidance of social situations or enduring them with significant distress
- Fear of specific social situations, such as public speaking, meeting new people, or dating
Anxiety Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
- Identify and challenge negative thought patterns
- Learn relaxation techniques and coping skills
- Gradual exposure to feared situations
- Medications:
- Benzodiazepines (e.g., alprazolam) for short-term relief
- Antidepressants (e.g., SSRIs) for longer-term management
- Beta blockers for specific anxiety symptoms (e.g., performance anxiety)
- Lifestyle Changes:
- Regular exercise and relaxation techniques (e.g., yoga, meditation)
- Healthy sleep habits and nutrition
- Social support and stress management
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Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Specific Phobias, including symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and comorbidities.
