Anxiety Treatment Guidelines

Anxiety treatment guidelines recommend a tailored approach, often starting with psychotherapy like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and change anxious thoughts. Medications such as antidepressants (e.g., SSRIs) may be advised for more severe cases or when therapy alone isn't enough. Lifestyle changes, including regular exercise, stress management, and adequate sleep, are also important. Treatment plans are personalized, considering individual symptoms, preferences, and response to interventions, aiming to reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning in the safest, most effective way possible.