Pharmacotherapy of Anxiety Disorders — Flashcards

What neurotransmitters are decreased in anxiety? _____ and GABA

First-line treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) includes _____ + SSRIs or venlafaxine

Anxiety disorders are associated with _____ insomnia

To be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, patients must exhibit 3/6 of the following symptoms over course of at least 6 months (mnemonic: Worry WARTS)- W_____- Worn out (Fatigue)- Absentminded (Difficulty concentrating)- Restlessness- Tension in muscle- Sleep disturbance

_____ (depression or anxiety) is characterized by increased norepinephrine

Recurrent panic attacks for more than _____ month(s) is classified as panic disorder.

Panic attacks may be treated acutely with _____ or propranolol

First-line treatment for panic disorder includes _____ + SSRIs or venlafaxine

_____ (depression or anxiety) is characterized by decreased GABA

First-line treatment for social anxiety disorder includes _____ + SSRIs or venlafaxine