Anxiety Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What is the biological management of GAD?
A
1st line: SSRI
If this doesn’t work try SNRI eg duloxetine, or if not then pregabalin
Benzodiazepines should only be used for short term crises!
2
Q
What is the psychological management for GAD?
A
Low intensity intervention:
High intensity intervention: CBT, applied relaxation
3
Q
What are some methods of social management for GAD?
A
Self help methods eg writing down worrying thoughts and analysing them
Support groups
Exercise
4
Q
What is CBT?
A
A psychotherapy aimed to identify and challenge an individuals negative thoughts and then modify any underlying core beliefs
