Anxiety is the most common of all the mental health disorders. Excessive, irrational fear and dread can severely restrict everyday life. The pharmaceutical industry is exploring how the brain works when affected by anxiety; from this will spring further innovative therapies.
Disease: Anxiety
Last update: May 2005
Intro
FAQ: What does the future hold?
There is much ongoing research into the areas of the brain thought to be responsible for the emotions of fear and anxiety. This should lead to the development of specific treatments for the different forms of anxiety.
Newer antidepressants and combinations of medications are currently undergoing trials to find out whether they can bring about more rapid symptom relief. There should soon be a number of promising new therapies available to help sufferers to lead normal, fulfilling lives.
Newer antidepressants and combinations of medications are currently undergoing trials to find out whether they can bring about more rapid symptom relief. There should soon be a number of promising new therapies available to help sufferers to lead normal, fulfilling lives.