Wednesday, December 20, 2006
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Health 24 - of people; it is one of the most common and disabling of the psychiatric disorders. Combining antidepressant medication and OCD is an anxiety disorder, a category in the standard diagnostic manual known as the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of
Source: www.health24.com
China Tightens Adoption Rules for Foreigners
Ledger - One was a couple where the husband had social anxiety disorder and takes Zoloft,” a violation of the new guidelines that bar people who are taking medication for anxiety or depression. One person who is disqualified is Tony Velong of Temple Terrace
Source: www.theledger.com
Holidays can fuel social anxiety
Herald-Mail - Social anxiety disorder is easily treated through a combination of therapy and medication. Teaching coping mechanisms, such as breathing exercises is helpful, said Hunter Abbott, a clinical social worker for Washington County Behavioral Health
Source: www.herald-mail.com
Avoidant paruresis ('bashful bladder' syndrome)
Tiscali - Avoidant paruresis (also known as 'bashful bladder' syndrome or psychogenic urinary retention) is a social anxiety disorder that Drug treatment: in some cases, medication is necessary, especially when depression or serious anxiety symptoms are present
Source: www.tiscali.co.uk
Fast Facts
CBS News - Anxiety disorders include panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), phobias, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. Treatments include counseling and medication. Sareen's team studied
Source: www.cbsnews.com
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