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Psychiatry Boot Camp

2.9 Anxiety Disorders

Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Walkup discusses normal vs. pathological anxiety, therapeutic alliance with anxious patients, genetic influences on anxiety, importance of early intervention in children, benefits of CBT over benzodiazepines in treatment, and recognizing anxiety in young patients.
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Quick takeaways

  • Anxiety disorders stem from discomfort with autonomy, fear of social situations, and catastrophizing global events.
  • Misdiagnoses in young adults with anxiety disorders can lead to self-injury, substance abuse, and identity disturbance.

Deep dives

Understanding Anxiety and Normal vs. Pathologic Anxiety Triggers

Anxiety is described as a healthy emotion aiding in preparation for the future and coping with danger. Normal anxiety triggers are universal experiences like worrying about tests or traffic, while pathologic anxiety triggers are tied to normal developmental activities. Separation anxiety, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety stem from discomfort with age-appropriate autonomy, fear of social situations, and catastrophizing global events impacting personal life, respectively.

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