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Anxiety disorders require treatment. Simply trying to talk oneself out of anxiety is as futile as trying to talk oneself out of a heart or stomach problem. Most anxiety disorders, especially phobias, respond well to treatment. They may, however, require long-term treatment. For instance, one study reported that two-thirds of patients with GAD who were treated for only 6 weeks had a recurrence, and half of these patients required additional medications. Nevertheless, most patients do not...

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Anxiety and ADHD

By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

Anxiety causes constant worrying and fear. It is estimated that one fourth of people with ADHD also... Read more »

Coping with Your Own & Other People's Anxiety at Work

By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert

When it comes to anxiety the world of work can be an unforgiving place. Everyone accepts a little... Read more »

Anxiety in Bipolar Disorder

By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert

Anxiety is a natural part of the human condition and it's certainly a feature of bipolar disorder.... Read more »

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Anxiety Disorders: Diagnosis

A physical examination and medical and personal history is essential. Because anxiety accompanies so many medical conditions, some serious, it is extremely important for the doctor to... Read more »

Anxiety Disorders: Highlights

Anxiety Disorders and Physical HealthAnxiety disorders affect more than emotional health -- they are also associated with many physical illnesses, suggests important new research in the... Read more »

Anxiety Disorders: Other Treatments

...of reactions to stress and stimuli, thus reducing the feeling of helplessness that often accompanies anxiety disorders. CBT works on the principle that the thoughts that produce and maintain... Read more »

Anxiety Disorders: Complications

Studies consistently report that all types of anxiety disorders can be very debilitating and seriously affect a persons quality of life.Association with Depression and Bipolar... Read more »

Anxiety Disorders: References

ReferencesAnderson SE, Cohen P, Naumova EN, Must A. Association of depression and anxiety disorders with weight change in a prospective community-based study of children followed up into adulthood.... Read more »

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