NUR157 - Anxiety Disorders (2.5 HR)

Purpose: Health care professionals will increase their understanding of anxiety disorders, their symptoms and how they are treated. Objectives: 1. Define anxiety; 2. Explain what causes anxiety disorders and how they are diagnosed; 3. Discuss anxiety disorders in general; 4. Describe the physical and emotional symptoms of anxiety disorders; 5. Describe the types of medications used to treat anxiety disorders; 6. Discuss cognitive and behavioral therapies; 7. Describe dietary and lifestyle changes that will help decrease anxiety.