May 24, 2011

Anxiety Disorders in Adults: An Evidence-Based Approach to Psychological Treatment

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Recently developed psychosocial treatments for anxiety disorders reflect the systematic influence of scientifically generated knowledge, and these new treatments yield strong results. Research in such areas as information processing, cognition, behavioral avoidance, and the physiological components of anxious arousal has increased our knowledge of mediators that cause and maintain anxiety disorders.
The development of these new clinical tools is timely, as epidemiological studies now show that up to 25% of people will experience at least one anxiety disorder in their lifetime. Meanwhile, mental health care providers are increasingly pressured to limit the number of sessions and use demonstrably effective treatments.
In this book, the authors review psychosocial treatments for anxiety disorders, focusing on the scientific basis and demonstrated outcomes of the treatments. Cognitive behavioral therapies are highlighted, as they have been the most frequ… More Info >>

The Anxious Brain: The Neurobiological Basis of Anxiety Disorders and How to Effectively Treat Them
Therapists and their clients benefit from understanding how anxiety is generated in the brain, how it can become panic … Click Here for More Info >>