Ssri's For Anxiety Disorder
Treatment
The standard approach to treating most anxiety disorders is a combination of talk therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and an antidepressant medication. A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) is typically the first choice, with the serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) venlafaxine (Effexor) being an alternative. If patients do not respond to these drugs, tricyclic antidepressants may be helpful. Benzodiazepines may be recommended for patients who...
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Generalized anxiety disorder
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a pattern of frequent, constant worry and anxiety over many different activities and events.Alternative... Read more »
Generalized anxiety disorder
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
GAD; Anxiety disorderSymptomsThe main symptom is the almost constant presence of worry or tension, even when there is little or no cause. Worries... Read more »
Generalized anxiety disorder
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
GAD; Anxiety disorderPreventionReferencesAnxiety Disorders. National Institute of Mental Health. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.... Read more »
Generalized anxiety disorder
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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