Anxiety Disorders and Treatment
We have all felt anxiety on some level. But, for some people, anxiety can be overwhelming . In fact, anxiety disorders represent the most common category of psychological disorders in the United States. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) estimates that:
· 40 million adults in the U.S. (19.1%) are affected by an anxiety disorder each year
· Only 37% of those with an anxiety disorder receive treatment
· Those with anxiety disorders may also have related physical ailments and are 3-5 times more likely to see a doctor and 6 times more likely to be hospitalized for psychiatric disorders than those who do not suffer from anxiety disorders
· Individuals with anxiety disorders may also experience related illnesses including depression, bipolar disorders, memory problems, ADHD, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Eating Disorders, Fibromyalgia, Headaches, IBS, Sleep problems, Significant Stress, and Substance Dependence and Abuse
· 31% of adolescents experience one or more anxiety disorder
· Twice as many women are diagnosed with anxiety disorders, compared to men
Anxiety Disorders include:
Specific Phobias (affect 19.3 million adults in the U.S.
Anxiety disorders are treatable. Therapy and medication can be effective and are often used together. However, treatment success has a number of variables including how long a therapy takes to see postivie change and relief, the effectiveness of the chosen therapy method, and a therapist’s skills at treating anxiety. Additionally, medications can have undesirable side effects and may only allieviate some anxeity symptoms and their severity.
Emotional Transformation Therapy (ETT) is effective at treating anxiety through the use of visual brain stimulation (via light waves and directed eye movement) and therapeutic interpersonal support. It (ETT) can precisely and consistently relieve emotional distress, often within seconds (Vazquez, 2013).
Many clients report relief from anxiety symptoms in the first session. Additional sessions may be necessary depending on the complexity of the trauma.
References
healthline.com
nimh.nih
Vazquez, S.R. (2013). Emotional Transformation Therapy. Lanham, MD: Jason Aronson.
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