Extinguishing Anxiety: Whole Brain Strategies to Relieve Fear and Stress [Paperback]

Catherine M Pittman (Author), Elizabeth M Karle (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 3, 2009

Many anxieties and fears begin in a part of the brain called the amygdala. Learn how to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the "language of the amygdala" to actually change the way the brain responds to anxiety. Understand how fear is learned and how to overcome it through a process called extinction. Discover how to design effective approaches to bypass the brain's fight or flight circuitry. Modify anxiety responses through exposure therapy and cognitive interventions. Also includes information on various medications used to treat anxiety, their strengths and limitations, and how they affect treatment approaches.

Editorial Reviews

From the Author

We are pleased that our book Extinguishing Anxiety has been recommended by Dr. Reid Wilson of the Anxiety Disorders Treatment Center (anxieties.com).  It has also been featured by Huffington Post contributor Therese Borchard on Psychcentral.com and Beliefnet.com.  Borchard is the author of the popular book Beyond Blue.

We encourage you to visit the Anxiety Disorders Association of America at adaa.org for more information on treatment options.

From the Back Cover

"Solid clinical advice combined with a reader friendly explanation of the brain and anxiety.  I will be recommending this book to my patients who have anxiety disorders."  William H. Youngs, PhD, Clinical Neuropsychologist

"One of the best psychology information books I have ever read.  Therapists can use this clear explanation of anxiety in the brain."  Abbee Smith, LCSW, President of Intrigue Counseling

Product Details

• Paperback: 260 pages
• Publisher: Foliadeux Press, LLC (August 3, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0615309046
• ISBN-13: 978-0615309040
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #477,290 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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