Anxiety Disorders

A Book for Teens
From 21st Century Medical Series

Between 20 and 23 million Americans have some type of anxiety disorder. Some of the most common types include general anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social phobia, specific phobias such as fear of heights or spiders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and acute stress disorder. Through real-life case studies and information from experts, this book provides the tools young people need to understand various anxiety disorders affecting themselves, their friends and family, and their world.

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Written for teens in language they can readily understand, "Anxiety Disorders" examines the symptoms and manifestations of the variety of anxiety disorders, how they can be controlled and treated, and, through case studies, what it is like to live successfully and productively in spite of having an anxiety disorder. "Anxiety Disorders" was awarded among the "Best Books of 2006" by Science Books and Films (SB&F), an authoritative journal that critically reviews books on science for children.

By Bruce M. Hyman, Ph.D., LCSW
and Cherry Pedrick, RN.