Primary Care Approaches to Anxiety: CBT and SSRIs/SNRIs Lead Effective Treatment
Anxiety disorders are common yet often underrecognized in primary care, but a review shows that cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), selective serotonin and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs/SNRIs), and collaborative care models can substantially improve outcomes. Current recommendations support anxiety screening for adults younger than 65 years, with assessment including symptom questionnaires, clinical […]