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New Name, Expanded Mission for ADAA
5/4/2012
ADAA is proud to announce its new name and mission: Anxiety and Depression Association of America
Our mission is to promote the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders through education, practice, and research.
Read the full announcement.
Comment on DSM-5 Draft Criteria Through June 15
5/3/2012
Listen to a podcast on changes to the DSM-5. Your feedback is wanted on proposed criteria for the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Visit www.DSM5.org to review and comment through June 15.
New Podcast: Children With Trichotillomania, Tics, and Tourette Syndrome
4/24/2012
Dr. Martin Franklin discusses treatment for children with trichotillomania, Tourette Syndrome, and other body-focused repetitive disorders and their relationship to anxiety disorders.
National Stress Øut Day 2012
4/17/2012
Pre-finals stress-management tips for college students. Activities take place on campuses nationwide April 15 – 21.
New Podcast: Stomachaches and Anxiety in Children
3/6/2012
Find out the connection between stomach pains in some children and their connection to anxiety disorders, according to clinical psychologist Caroline Elder Danda, PhD.
Managing Stress for Heart Health
2/2/2012
Just in time for Valentine's Day, ADAA is offering resources to help people manage their stress and anxiety in order to keep their hearts healthy. February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on preventing America's number one killer, heart disease.
New Podcast: Anxiety and Cardiovascular Health
1/25/2012
Just in time for Valentine's Day, cardiologist Carl Lavie, MD, discusses the link between anxiety and other psychological stress for patients with cardiovascular disease.
New Story of Triumph: My Battle With GAD
1/24/2012
Her generalized anxiety disorder led to utter misery and a suicide attempt, but sticking with treatment and support from her family and friends helped one woman get her life back.
Stress: On the Verge of a Health Crisis
1/12/2012
The American Psychological Association 2011 survey Stress in America™ suggests that stress takes a particular toll on family caregivers and those diagnosed with obesity and/or depression. Read more survey results and find out ways to reduce your stress.
What is CBT and how does it work to treat anxiety?
1/4/2012
Listen to this podcast to find out about CBT, or cognitive-behavioral therapy, and how therapists use it to treat anxiety and related disorders.
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