Managing Anxiety Disorders in Primary Care

Anxiety disorders can interfere with the management of patients' physical health and may be associated with worsening outcomes for coexisting chronic physical disorders. Managing Anxiety Disorders is a practical guide to help those working in primary care to recognize and treat anxiety disorders, providing an overview of the most common anxiety disorders and how to recognize, make the diagnosis, explain the condition to patients, and manage each disorder. It also includes practical case studies to illustrate how different anxiety disorders may present in primary care.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 332 pages
Publication date: 05 June 2020
Publisher: Scion Publishing Ltd

A comprehensive guide to enhancing the identification and treatment of anxiety disorders in primary care is essential, as many patients remain undiagnosed and untreated. This lack of diagnosis can lead to inadequate treatment, unnecessary investigations, and interference with the management of physical health, potentially worsening outcomes for coexisting chronic physical disorders. However, with accurate identification, patients can receive effective treatments such as self-help, psychological therapy, and medication, which can improve their physical health and overall well-being.

Managing Anxiety Disorders: A Practical Guide for Primary Care is a comprehensive resource designed to assist healthcare professionals in recognizing and treating anxiety disorders. It provides a systematic approach to understanding the most common anxiety disorders, including their symptoms, causes, and treatment options. The guide offers practical guidance on recognizing each disorder, making a diagnosis, explaining the condition to patients, and managing it effectively, including using simple 10-minute CBT strategies to encourage self-help.

Furthermore, the guide includes practical case studies to illustrate how different anxiety disorders may present in primary care and how GPs can begin to assess and manage patients with these conditions. By implementing this guide, primary care professionals can improve the quality of care they provide to patients with anxiety disorders, leading to better outcomes and improved overall health and well-being.

Weight: 578g
Dimension: 172 x 244 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781911510390