Anxiety disorders (on exam #4) Flashcards

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what is the pharmacologic treatment of Panic disorder?

A
Benzodiazepines (not first line)
Tricyclic antidepressants
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
Serotonin specific reuptake inhibitors
Serotonin Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors
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2
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what is generalized anxiety disorder?

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Excessive worry and more generalized somatic symptoms of anxiety (Worry, Anxiety, Tension)

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3
Q

name 6 social phobia fears

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Performing in front of others
Being the center of attention
Eating in public
Writing in public
Using public restroom (particularly in men)
Using telephone
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4
Q

what percentage of Tourette’s patients have OCD?

A

35 -50%

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5
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panic disorder can occur with or without _______.

A

agoraphobia

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6
Q

age of onset for panic disorder is ?

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typically early adulthood (<35)

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7
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what is most commonly comorbid with generalized anxiety disorder?

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Depression

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8
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what is the lifetime prevalence of social phobia?

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13.5%

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