Waubonsee Community College

Dealing with anxiety, Rudy Nydegger

eng

Includes bibliographical references and index

index present

non fiction

Dealing with anxiety

bibliography

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Rudy Nydegger

Psychology briefs

A concise, accessible introduction to anxiety covering everything from its causes to its symptoms, available treatment options, and prevention. While anxiety is commonly associated with modern stresses and problems, few realize that disorders of this kind have existed since the beginning of time. What defines "anxiety" as a mental health condition? Who gets it and why? This book looks at this highly treatable condition that is responsible for many lost days of school and work and contributes to rising health care costs. Mental health practitioner Rudy Nydegger addresses the full spectrum of anxiety conditions, examining how they are treated and considering the advantages and disadvantages of each therapy method. From myths and misconceptions to the various scientific theories surrounding anxiety, the author dissects the various disorders stemming from this psychological issue, including obsessive-compulsive behaviors, post-traumatic stress, and phobias; examines the physical responses of our organs to stress—from our skin, to our heart, and to our immune system; and analyzes the epidemiology of those affected. The work concludes with tips for dealing with and preventing anxiety disorders. -- Provided by publisher

1. What is anxiety? -- 2. Anxiety disorders : who gets them and what does it cost? -- 3. Theories of anxiety disorders -- 4. Types of anxiety disorders I : generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder -- 5. Types of anxiety disorders II : phobias and obsessive-compulsive disorder -- 6. Types of anxiety disorders III : posttraumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder -- 7. Treatments for anxiety disorders -- 8. Living with anxiety disorders -- 9. Making sense of it all