Can anxiety disorders be treated?
Yes, there are treatments that can help people with anxiety disorders. Their is no cure for anxiety disorder yet, but treatments can give relief to people who have it and help them live a more normal life. The first step is to go to a doctor or health clinic to talk about your symptoms. The doctor will do an exam to make sure that another physical problem isn’t causing the symptoms. The doctor may make a referral to a mental health specialist. Doctors may prescribe medication to help relieve anxiety disorders. It’s important to know that some of these medicines may take a few weeks to start working. In most states only a medical doctor (a family doctor or psychiatrist) can prescribe medications. The kinds of medicines used to treat anxiety disorders are listed below. Some are used to treat other problems, such as depression, but also are helpful for anxiety disorders: • Antidepressants • Anti-anxiety medicines • Beta blockers If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should talk to you
