Anxiety and Depression Association of America Patient Guide to Mood and Anxiety Disorders

English | 2024 | Original PDF | 7 MB | 690 Pages

The  National Institute of Mental Health estimates that more than 21% of  U.S. adults will experience a mood disorder at some point in their lives  and 31% will experience an anxiety disorder. Yet despite the large  number of individuals who are impacted, mental health diagnosis and  treatment of these disorders can be bewildering for patients and their  families alike. That's why the Anxiety and Depression Association of  America (ADAA) developed the Patient Guide to Mood and Anxiety  Disorders, designed to empower patients and their support networks in  their quest for wellness.Structured into six sections, each offering  invaluable insights and tools, the book features:• A thorough  description of various mental health disorders-including major  depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, social anxiety disorder, and  others-that bridges the gap between professional diagnosis and patient  comprehension.• A concise summary of evidence-based treatments for  specific disorders that will help guide informed decisions toward  optimal treatment paths.• A detailed, chapter-by-chapter analysis of  U.S. Food and Drug Administration–approved medications for psychiatric  disorders as well as new medications in development. • An exploration of  neuromodulation therapies, including electroconvulsive therapy, vagus  nerve stimulation, deep brain stimulations, and transcranial magnetic  stimulation. • A comprehensive review of evidence-based psychotherapies  such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and  others for treatment of conditions such as postpartum depression,  posttraumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.• An  examination of emerging treatments such as psychedelics and virtual  reality therapy; discussion of caring for special patient populations,  including pregnant patients, children, and elderly patients; and an  overview of treatment settings, such as inpatient, residential, and  community outpatient care.With case vignettes that illustrate important  information, a multitude of easily referenced tables, and suggested  readings for further exploration, Anxiety and Depression Association of  America Patient Guide to Mood and Anxiety Disorders provides readers  with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions and embark on a  journey toward lasting wellness.