How is anxiety diagnosed? You should consult your doctor if anxiety negatively affects your live, causing distress. The cause of anxiety can be difficult to diagnose. In some cases it may be difficult to distinguish this disorder from other mental conditions such as depression. Your doctor may ask questions about the concerns, fears and emotions of the patient. Questions could also be asked about the privacy of the patient. You should inform your doctor about all your symptoms, both physical and psychological, and explain the time they are present. To facilitate the diagnosis, the doctor may perform a visit to rule out other disorders that can cause these symptoms in the patient. How can anxiety be controlled? There are two main types of treatment for generalized anxiety disorder: Psychotherapy Drug therapy Depending on the circumstances, the patient may require one of these two treatments or a combination of both. Before starting any form of treatment, the doctor should talk to the patient of all possible treatments, the definition of the pros and cons of each, and explain all possible risks and side effects.
Posted on: Thu, 06 Jun 2013 03:22:43 +0000
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