Anxiety Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What are the different Anxiety Disorders?
A
Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Specific Phobia, Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disorder
2
Q
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
A
More than two “specific” sources of anxiety that are unrelated.
3
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Social Anxiety Disorder
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Anxiety of performance or judgement in social situations (e.g. public speaking).
4
Q
What is the hallmark of an anxiety disorder?
A
Activation of autonomic sympathetic nervous system. Disruptive and maladaptive.
