Anxiety Disorders: An Information Guide - Softcover

Rector, Neil A.; Bourdeau, Danielle; Kitchen, Kate

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1770524282 ISBN 13: 9781770524286

Publisher: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 2009

Synopsis

This guide explores the difference between normal anxiety and anxiety disorders, and the different ways that anxiety is expressed. It explains the causes and theories of anxiety in simple, straightforward language, and gives an overview of treatments. The guide also looks at long-term strategies to manage anxiety and prevent relapse, and suggests ways that family members can help, as well as find support for themselves.

About this title

About the Author:

Neil A. Rector, PhD, C.Psych., is a clinical psychologist and director of the mood and anxiety research and treatment program in the department of psychiatry at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto. He is also a full professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. He is a founding fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy (USA). Dr. Rector is also the author of two other CAMH information guides: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1770524282
• ISBN 13: 9781770524286
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 58