One way of treating anxiety disorders is through anxiety group therapy. Typically there will be anywhere from 6 to 15 patients in a group. Of course there are pro's and con's to this type of therapy when compared with one on one treatment by a therapist.
Advantages of group-based anxiety therapy include a certain level of comfort typically experienced by patients. Sometimes it makes those suffering from anxiety see that they're not alone when they're in the company of others who have similar issues. Listening to members of the group helps them realize that others share the same feelings and it can be empowering to have a group of people all working together to solve a common problem. Feelings of being an outsider, or that you are somehow inferior to others is greatly minimized when there is such a support system in place. Read the rest of this entry »
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January 6th, 2009 | Posted in Anxiety Therapy | No Comments
Everyone experiences some stress and anxiety from time to time. However, some people have severe cases of stress and suffer from anxiety attacks which ultimately leads to a disruption in their quality of life. When someone gets to the point where they cannot control these feelings, it's necessary to find ways to stop anxiety attack symptoms and maintain a normal state of being.
Tips For Stopping Anxiety Attacks
1. Control Your Breathing - With a little planning and practice, it is possible to stop an anxiety attack. Read the rest of this entry »
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January 3rd, 2009 | Posted in Anxiety Attack | No Comments
Many people who suffer from social anxiety turn to social anxiety medications for relief. While there are other treatment options, medication often works quickly to help patients feel more relaxed when interacting with others socially. It continues to gain popularity as more and more people become educated about treating anxiety and seek out help.
Medicine for social anxiety is available both over the counter and by doctor's prescription. Typical treatment formulas are classified as anti depressants or anti anxiety drugs. By addressing both depression and stress, which are common causes of social anxiety, symptoms often become less severe. This, in turn, allows the sufferer to approach social situations in a more relaxed state of mind. Read the rest of this entry »
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December 30th, 2008 | Posted in Social Anxiety | No Comments
Generalized anxiety disorders are commonly characterized by constant worry and panic over ordinary things that do not bother others as much. If you suffer from a general anxiety disorder, or GAD, you may worry so much that it interferes with your quality of life. Symptoms can be both emotional and physical.
Common Symptoms Of Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Common symptoms of GAD include headaches and dizzy feelings. You may feel tired and your heart may beat faster than normal as well. Often times, sufferers of general anxiety disorder experience heavy sweating and insomnia. Muscle twitching also can be a problem for many. Behavioral symptoms include the inability or fear of communicating effectively with others. Read the rest of this entry »
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December 27th, 2008 | Posted in Anxiety Disorder | No Comments
If you suffer from anxiety attacks, chances are good that you will consider taking an anxiety attack medication at some point. After all, they're much more common that they used to be and they can provide immediate relief. However, there are some side effects associated with these types of drugs that you should be aware of.
Tricyclic anti depressants are commonly prescribed for anxiety attacks and have proven to be effective for treating depression. When depression and anxiety occur simultaneously they have also been shown to work well. Unwanted side effects can include dry mouth, blurred vision and difficulty with urination. Read the rest of this entry »
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December 23rd, 2008 | Posted in Anxiety Attack | No Comments
