The Anxiety Answer Book: Cope with Your Anxiety, Conquer Your Fears, and Live Each Day to the Fullest

An estimated 19 million adult Americans suffer from anxiety disorders. And anyone who has struggled with anxiety and panic attacks understands that each day brings a new set of fears and challenges. The Anxiety Answer Book is an authoritative reference for these adults and their loved ones, providing sound advice and immediate answers to their most pressing questions. - What is a panic attack? - How does a panic attack happen? - Can a panic attack hurt me? - What is the difference between fear and phobia? - How do I deal with trauma-based anxiety? - What kind of medications will help me? Written in an easy-to-read question and answer format, The Anxiety Answer Book helps readers cope with their anxiety, conquer their fears and seek treatment when necessary. Acknowledgments Introduction Anxiety basics What about stress? Treating anxiety with psychotherapy Treating anxiety with medications Worries about worry Understanding panic attacks Coping with panic Understanding phobias Some examples of specific phobias Some examples of social phobias Understanding obsessive-compulsive disorder Treating obsessive-compulsive disorder Understanding posttraumatic stress disorder Common PTSD reactions Anxiety and life challenges Calming your anxiety Appendix A: self-help worksheets Appendix B: resources. Professional, reassuring answers to your most pressing questions