Anxiety Disorders – The Comprehensive Guide
DEAN STRATTON
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Unlock the power to understand and overcome anxiety with Anxiety Disorders – The Comprehensive Guide. Designed for readers who seek clarity, reassurance, and actionable strategies, this guide offers a complete, compassionate roadmap through the many forms of anxiety disorders.
Inside, you'll explore:
Foundations of Anxiety – Discover what anxiety is, how it works in the brain, and why it sometimes spirals out of control.
Types of Anxiety Disorders – From generalized anxiety disorder to panic attacks, phobias, OCD, and social anxiety, learn to distinguish their symptoms and triggers.
Science Meets Storytelling – Evidence-based explanations blended with relatable, hypothetical case studies to make the science come alive.
Effective Treatments & Tools – Explore cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness practices, lifestyle changes, and medication options, presented in a clear, approachable way.
Real-Life Scenarios – Engage with illustrative, human-centered examples, like a college student overcoming exam anxiety or a parent managing post-pandemic worries.
Step-by-Step Action Plans – Practical exercises for managing anxious thoughts, reducing avoidance behaviors, and building emotional resilience.
Written in a warm, accessible tone, this book empowers you to feel informed and supported, whether you are personally struggling, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about mental health. Perfect for self-help readers, therapists seeking a client resource, and anyone on the journey to a calmer mind.
Duration - 4h 57m.
Author - DEAN STRATTON.
Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G.
Published Date - Friday, 17 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 VIRUTI SATYAN SHIVAN ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Unlock the power to understand and overcome anxiety with Anxiety Disorders – The Comprehensive Guide. Designed for readers who seek clarity, reassurance, and actionable strategies, this guide offers a complete, compassionate roadmap through the many forms of anxiety disorders. Inside, you'll explore: Foundations of Anxiety – Discover what anxiety is, how it works in the brain, and why it sometimes spirals out of control. Types of Anxiety Disorders – From generalized anxiety disorder to panic attacks, phobias, OCD, and social anxiety, learn to distinguish their symptoms and triggers. Science Meets Storytelling – Evidence-based explanations blended with relatable, hypothetical case studies to make the science come alive. Effective Treatments & Tools – Explore cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness practices, lifestyle changes, and medication options, presented in a clear, approachable way. Real-Life Scenarios – Engage with illustrative, human-centered examples, like a college student overcoming exam anxiety or a parent managing post-pandemic worries. Step-by-Step Action Plans – Practical exercises for managing anxious thoughts, reducing avoidance behaviors, and building emotional resilience. Written in a warm, accessible tone, this book empowers you to feel informed and supported, whether you are personally struggling, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about mental health. Perfect for self-help readers, therapists seeking a client resource, and anyone on the journey to a calmer mind. Duration - 4h 57m. Author - DEAN STRATTON. Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G. Published Date - Friday, 17 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 VIRUTI SATYAN SHIVAN ©.
Language:
English
Introduction
Duration:00:04:48
Chapter 1: The Nature of Anxiety
Duration:00:00:04
1.1 What Anxiety Really Is – The Protective Mechanism Gone Rogue
Duration:00:04:00
1.2 The Neurobiology of Fear – How the Brain Creates Anxious States
Duration:00:04:45
1.3 Everyday Worry vs. Clinical Anxiety – Knowing the Difference
Duration:00:04:15
1.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:32
2.1 Persistent Worry Loops – Recognizing GAD Symptoms
Duration:00:04:13
2.2 Triggers and Risk Factors – Personality, Genetics, and Environment
Duration:00:05:19
2.3 Living with GAD – Real-Life Scenarios and Daily Impact
Duration:00:04:41
2.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:24
3.1 Anatomy of a Panic Attack – Understanding the Surge
Duration:00:04:42
3.2 Fear of Fear – The Cycle that Keeps Panic Alive
Duration:00:04:33
3.3 Breaking the Panic Cycle – Immediate and Long-Term Strategies
Duration:00:05:38
3.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:32
4.1 Beyond Shyness – What Defines Social Anxiety
Duration:00:04:43
4.2 The Role of Self-Perception and Fear of Judgment
Duration:00:04:36
4.3 Exposure and Gradual Confidence Building – Practical Techniques
Duration:00:04:15
4.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:05:06
5.1 The Psychology of Phobia Formation
Duration:00:05:06
5.2 Common Phobias and Their Unique Challenges
Duration:00:05:22
5.3 Systematic Desensitization and Exposure Therapy – Step-by-Step
Duration:00:05:18
5.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:56
6.1 Obsessions, Compulsions, and Intrusive Thoughts Explained
Duration:00:05:21
6.2 How OCD Hijacks the Brain’s Safety Mechanisms
Duration:00:05:17
6.3 Evidence-Based Treatment – ERP, CBT, and Mindfulness
Duration:00:05:25
6.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:44
7.1 The Aftermath of Trauma – Understanding PTSD
Duration:00:04:36
7.2 Re-Experiencing, Avoidance, and Hyperarousal Symptoms
Duration:00:04:21
7.3 Therapeutic Approaches – EMDR, Somatic Therapy, and Narrative Work
Duration:00:05:12
7.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:57
8.1 Why We Fear Illness – The Evolutionary Lens
Duration:00:05:05
8.2 The Internet and Health Anxiety – Dr. Google’s Double-Edged Sword
Duration:00:04:36
8.3 Cognitive Reframing and Reassurance-Seeking Reduction
Duration:00:04:41
8.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:05:18
9.1 How Anxiety Manifests Differently in Young People
Duration:00:04:34
9.2 School Refusal, Separation Anxiety, and Performance Fears
Duration:00:04:45
9.3 Helping Kids Build Emotional Resilience – Parental & Teacher Roles
Duration:00:05:05
9.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:05:05
10.1 Recognizing Workplace-Related Anxiety
Duration:00:04:30
10.2 Perfectionism, Burnout, and Imposter Syndrome
Duration:00:04:44
10.3 Strategies for Employees and Managers to Reduce Stress
Duration:00:05:01
10.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:05:18
11.1 Nutrition, Sleep, and Exercise – The Triad of Mental Stability
Duration:00:05:14
11.2 Caffeine, Alcohol, and Screen Time – Hidden Anxiety Triggers
Duration:00:04:32
11.3 Building a Daily Routine that Fosters Calm
Duration:00:04:40
11.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:54
12.1 The Foundations of CBT – Thoughts, Feelings, Behaviors
Duration:00:04:30
12.2 Thought Records and Cognitive Restructuring Exercises
Duration:00:04:25
12.3 Behavioral Experiments to Challenge Anxiety
Duration:00:04:35
12.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:05:10
13.1 The Science of Mindfulness – Changing Brain Patterns
Duration:00:04:11
13.2 Breathing Practices and Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Duration:00:04:41
13.3 Integrating Mindfulness into Daily Life
Duration:00:04:25
13.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:53
14.1 When to Consider Medication – Indications and Myths
Duration:00:05:04
14.2 SSRIs, SNRIs, and Other Options – Mechanisms and Side Effects
Duration:00:05:45
14.3 Working with Your Doctor for Optimal Outcomes
Duration:00:04:28
14.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:04:52
15.1 Relapse Prevention – Recognizing Early Warning Signs
Duration:00:04:18
15.2 The Role of Community and Support Systems
Duration:00:05:11
15.3 Cultivating a Growth Mindset and Post-Anxiety Identity
Duration:00:04:28
15.4 Exercise: 10 MCQs with Answers at the End
Duration:00:05:10
Conclusion
Duration:00:03:38