Anxiety Disorders : An Information Guide

This guide is for people with anxiety disorders, their families, partners, friends and anyone else who might be interested. The many aspects of anxiety disorders discussed in this book will answer some common questions, and help readers discuss anxiety disorders with treatment providers.

Contents

1. Anxiety and anxiety disorders
2. What causes anxiety disorders?
3. Treatment for anxiety disorders
4. Recovery and relapse prevention
5. Help for Partners and Families
   

• References
• Suggested readings
• Internet resources

Acknowledgments

We would like to thank the people who shared their personal experiences with anxiety with us, and the people with anxiety disorders, family members and mental health professionals who reviewed earlier drafts. Reviewers included Sheila Gamblen and Veronica King; professional reviewers were Sandie Leith, MSW, RSW, Mary Lalonde, OT and Donna Weick, MSW, RSW.

We would also like to thank past authors of other guides in this series whose work provided a foundation for the information presented here. In particular, we would like to thank Christina Bartha, Carol Parker and Cathy Thomson.

Copyright © 2005 Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

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