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General
Nursing©
ANXIETY
Treatment:
The treatment
of GAD involves both psychological (involving the mind or the mental
processes) and pharmacological (involving the use of medication) treatment.
The psychotherapeutic approaches to the management of GAD may include
one of several types of psychotherapy, including Dynamic Psychotherapy,
Supportive Psychotherapy, or Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.
Medication:
All drugs
can be grouped together by how they work (i.e., their specific mode
of action).
Always
consult your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns
about the medication you have been prescribed.
Drug
Type |
Effect |
| Antidepressants |
Slow
down breakdown of acetylcholine, increasing the amount available
for the functioning of the brain cells. |
| Benzodiazepines
(minor tranquilizers) |
Fast-onset-of-action.
Have a muscle-relaxing and anxiety-relieving action, which produces
calming effects. They may also be used to aid sleep. |
| Beta
Blockers |
Reduce
some of the physical symptoms of anxiety (such as increased heart
rate, shakiness, or palpitations). |
| Buspirone |
Has
a calming action by stimulating the brain. It may need to be taken
for several weeks before the full benefit is seen |
What
you can do:
- Specific
relaxation techniques, including biofeedback and meditation, exercise,
and proper nutrition may help some individuals control symptoms of
anxiety. For some people, these may work best when combined with medications.
- Individuals
should avoid excessive consumption of caffeine-containing products
or stimulants, and should avoid alcohol.
- Discussing
anxiety-producing situations with the individual, and how to deal
with them may also help.
- Patient
and family education is an important factor in helping individuals
cope with this disorder.
- Support
groups can provide encouragement and suggest coping strategies, which
can prove to be beneficial.
- ·
A successful program can alleviate the symptoms of anxiety and lead
to recovery, allowing you to lead a normal lifestyle.
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