From Panic to Peace of Mind: Overcoming Panic and Agoraphobia

Dr. Scrignar, author of STRESS STRATEGIES: TREATMENT OF THE ANXIETY DISORDERS & POSTTRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER: DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT & LEGAL ISSUES has drawn upon his 35 years of experience as a clinician & educator to present in clearly understandable language the diagnosis & treatment of Panic Disorder & Agoraphobia. A self-help book for sufferers of anxiety, the book introduces a comprehensive program based on medication, behavioral, & psychosocial interventions. A treatment plan for overcoming Panic & Agoraphobia involves a program of self-education, enhanced communication, appropriate medication, relaxation treatment, cognitive therapy, exposure treatment (systematic desensitization) with an emphasis on problem-solving, work problems, social & recreational activities, & proper nutrition & exercise. The final chapter analyzes those factors associated with success & presents 14 reasons for treatment failures. Also discussed in the book are Simple & Social Phobias, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, & Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Lucidly written with wonderful illustrations by Arthur Nead, FROM PANIC TO PEACE OF MIND offers therapeutic suggestions which can be utilized as part of a self-help program or in combination with a therapist.