Managing Anxiety - A Training Manual (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

Anxiety states are commonly encountered in general practice. In the past they have often been treated with tranquillizers, but because of the risk of side effects many health case workers would prefer to use an effective non-pharmacological therapy. Managing Anxiety sets out an alternative, psychological approach, one which has been shown to work as well as drug therapy while being no more expensive. The approach involves teaching self-help skills to anxious individuals so that they can take control of their own anxiety symptoms. This revised edition contains new sections for therapist guidance on post-traumatic stress disorder and 'executive stress' or 'burnout', and self-help sections on assertiveness and time management. The new edition is well presented with many case studies. It takes account of all the developments in psychological care of patients which have occurred in the five years since the publication of the first edition. This practical guide has been developed for both psychologists and non-psychologists, and is suitable for trainees and fully qualified health and occupational professionals alike.