Anxiolytic Drugs
Author
Editor
- Allan Tasman
- Jerald Kay
- Jeffrey A. Lieberman
- Michael B. First
- Mario Maj
Summary, in English
This chapter provides a brief history of the evolution of medications used to treat anxiety and anxiety disorders, as described in the Diagnostics and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR). We also summarize the efficacy and adverse effects data from clinical trials for these medications. Medication classes reviewed include antidepressants, benzodiazepines, beta-blockers, anticonvulsants, and antipsychotics. Treatment outcomes and clinical implications are reviewed for each of the individual medication classes.
Department/s
Publishing year
2008
Language
English
Pages
2223-2253
Publication/Series
Psychiatry
Links
Document type
Book chapter
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc.
Topic
- Psychology
Keywords
- generalized anxiety disorder
- anxiolytic drugs
- social anxiety disorder
- panic disorder
- obsessive-compulsive disorder
- posttraumatic stress disorder
- anxiety
Status
Published
ISBN/ISSN/Other
- ISBN: 9780470065716
- ISBN: 780470515167