Therapy for Anxiety Disorders
Introduction Anxiety disorders are a common mental health problem, affecting 25 million Americans. They can be hard to deal with and they can be debilitating. Therapy is an important part of recovery from anxiety and many people find that it helps them feel better about themselves and their lives. In this article, we'll explore what CBT therapy is, how it works and why it's effective at treating anxiety disorders like OCD, PTSD or panic attacks What are anxiety disorders? Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problem in America. They're also treatable and often misunderstood. Anxiety disorders come in many different forms, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and social phobia. Each person experiencing an anxiety disorder will have a unique set of symptoms that can vary from person to person. These symptoms include: Feeling nervous or fearful without any obvious cause; feeling on edge; constantly ...