Publisher's Synopsis
Living with anxiety, panic disorders, or phobias can make you feel like you are helpless, stuck, and that you don't have control of your life. Packed with the most effective skills for assessing and treating anxiety, this evidence-based workbook contains the latest clinical research to help you tackle the fears that hold you back. Written by Edmund Bourne--a leading expert in the treatment of anxiety disorders--and recommended by therapists worldwide, this fully revised and updated eighth edition offers powerful, step-by-step treatment strategies for panic disorders, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), worry, and fear. You'll also find new, cutting-edge information on climate anxiety, health anxiety, coping with uncertainty about the future, and more. In the book, you'll discover an array of evidence-based tools for quieting worry, ending negative self-talk, and taking charge of your anxious thoughts, such as: ● Relaxation and breathing techniques ● Strategies for coping with panic attacks ● Exposure therapy for phobias ● Lifestyle, exercise, mindfulness, and nutrition tips
