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Treating Anxiety DisordersSpeak to a mental health professional If your anxiety is constant and interferes with your daily routine. Psychologists are experts in psychotherapy and can prescribe medications. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in treating mental health issues.Medications, counseling and other treatments can help ease your symptoms and help you manage your anxiety. You can also learn strategies for managing stress and join support groups (both in person and online).MedicationAnxiety disorders can be treated through psychotherapy (talk therapy) or medication, or an amalgamation of both. Talk therapy helps people cope better with their anxieties and reduce symptoms. People can also improve their mood by regularly exercising, getting enough sleep and using techniques to manage stress. The medications help to reduce anxiety levels and make the other treatments more effective.People suffering from anxiety disorders are more at chance of developing other mental health conditions including depression. The symptoms of anxiety and depression frequently overlap, which is why it is important to treat both simultaneously. A doctor who specializes in treating mental illness (a psychiatrist) can diagnose anxiety and prescribe medication to ease the symptoms.A person's chance of developing an anxiety disorder is increased by certain life experiences and traits that are inherited. Trauma, such as an accident in a car or war, may trigger an anxiety disorder in some people. Chronic illness or caring for can cause people to worry excessively. Abuse of alcohol, specifically alcohol and illicit drugs, can also contribute to the development of anxiety disorders.The most effective treatment option for the majority of anxiety disorders is an antidepressant. Modern antidepressants called SSRIs and SNRIs, like escitalopram (Lexapro) and duloxetine (Cymbalta), have been shown to be efficient in a variety of clinical studies. Benzodiazepines, such as diazepam (Valium) are sometimes used to quickly ease anxiety. However, they're not usually prescribed for longer than 4 weeks at a time because they can be addictive and don't work in the same way after.Other forms of medication that are commonly used to treat anxiety are beta-blockers, like propranolol (Inderal) and atenolol (Toprol XL), which can reduce blood pressure and heart rate. Anticonvulsants such as levothyroxine (Levothyrix) can assist in reducing trembling. A low dose of antipsychotic medication, such as buspirone (BuSpar), can be helpful if people have physical signs of anxiety, such as a rapid heartbeat or sweating.Certain sedatives, such as clonazepam, (Klonopin), can only be obtained through prescription. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, such as moclobemide (Anxair) are used in some people with extreme anxiety.PsychotherapyIt's normal for children to experience some anxiety or anxiety at times, their experiences shouldn't hinder their everyday lives or cause them to withdraw from the school, their friends and family. Anxiety disorders can cause severe depression or other mental health issues that may interfere with a person's quality-of-life. These issues are usually treated through psychotherapy (counseling) as well as medication.Cognitive behavioral therapy is the most commonly used psychotherapy for anxiety disorders. It assists you in changing the patterns of thinking that can trigger anxiety. Your therapist will guide you through relaxation techniques and help you discover ways to deal with negative feelings. Exposure therapy is also used to gradually expose you situations that trigger anxiety. This is accomplished through systematic desensitization, which involves creating a list of triggers and ranking them by intensity.Your therapist will show you how to challenge your irrational beliefs and preconceptions. They'll teach you how to test your negative beliefs through tests, weighing the advantages and disadvantages of avoiding or worrying and determining the most realistic chances that something bad will occur.Psychiatrists may prescribe short-term and long-term medicines to treat anxiety disorders. Antidepressants like SSRIs and buspirone can help with anxiety by altering chemicals in the brain which regulate mood. Benzodiazepines like diazepam and lorazepam are helpful in promoting relaxation of muscles and calming the mind. SNRIs, including venlafaxine, can help with anxiety by boosting serotonin and norepinephrine levels inside the brain.Psychiatrists will be able to monitor your symptoms, address any questions and make changes to your treatment plan if needed. It could take some time to recover from your disorder dependent on the severity of your condition. You may need to try a number of therapists or treatments before you discover the one that works best for you. It's important to stick with your treatment plan until you see the results. The longer you delay to seek help, the more severe your symptoms could get.Therapy for interpersonal relationshipsInterpersonal therapy is a form of short-term psychotherapy that is focused on solving interpersonal issues. It is usually completed in 12-16 sessions. It has been proven empirically to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. It has also been shown to be effective for treating depression that is comorbid with PTSD. It can also be used to treat issues with work and social interaction for those suffering from PTSD.The initial three sessions are devoted to collecting information and identifying issues. The therapist can assist you in making a list of your most important relationships. The therapist can then help you to prioritize these issues according to your needs and the possibility of improvement. In the middle of sessions (4-14) you and your therapist will work together to find solutions for these problematic areas. You will then apply the new strategies to your daily life in between sessions.The most significant feature of IPT is that it frames a patient's issues as a medical condition, not as a character flaw. This can relieve patients' self-doubt and guilt. It also helps patients realize that their symptoms are a combination of both their current circumstances and medical conditions.When selecting a therapist, ensure you choose a therapist that is certified by your state's association for psychology and specializes in your condition. Find out about depressive anxiety disorder and background. You can ask other doctors for recommendations. Before beginning therapy, make sure you and your therapist can agree on the goals of the sessions. For example, you might want to focus on improving your relationship skills or overcoming your fear of intimacy.Self-helpAnxiety is normal and a reaction to stressful events. However, it can become a problem when it becomes so intense that it disrupts your life. Many people with anxiety disorders require psychotherapy or medication to recover. But some self-help methods can ease symptoms and make them easier to deal with. For instance, breathing exercises and relaxation can lower your heart rate and help calm you down. Try doing them at least once a day, paying attention to the way your body feels when you breathe in and out. Identifying negative thought patterns and replacing them with positive ones can help reduce anxiety.Changing your diet and getting regular exercise can help you feel better. You may be able to cut back on the intake of nicotine, caffeine and alcohol, which can cause or worsen anxiety. Regular exercise relieves tension and stimulates the brain to produce serotonin. This chemical is believed to improve mood. Try to complete at minimum 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity per week.There are a variety of ways to locate self-help for anxiety, including support groups, self-help books and online resources. Some of these resources include several exercises that can be performed at home, such as finding the triggers that cause your anxiety and learning to confront your thoughts of anxiety. Some also involve face-to-face meetings with therapists and other people who are suffering from the same issues.Psychological interventions are a must-have treatment for anxiety disorders, and they include cognitive behavioural therapy, which helps you alter the patterns of thinking that cause anxiety exposure therapy, in which you gradually face the situations such as people, objects, or objects that trigger your anxiety; and other complementary health methods like breathing exercises, meditation and relaxation. These strategies can be used together with medications.Some people need to consult a doctor in order to determine if they have medical conditions that could be the cause anxiety. They can then start treatment. Anxiety disorders can be debilitating and can interfere with school, social and work life. They can also cause depression, which is linked with a higher risk of suicide. People who don't seek treatment for their symptoms are at a greater risk of developing them into a more serious mental health issue.