Anxiety Disorders

The normal and pathological aspects of anxiety are discussed in this text that also delves into the molecular basis of the condition. The face validity, predictability and usefulness of animal models in the design of new, efficacious products are discussed, and there are separate chapters dedicated to each particular type of anxiety such as generalized anxiety disorder, social phobia, post-traumatic stress disorder and panic and obsessive-compulsive disorder. This book should be of use to psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, general practitioners, nurses, students and those who are engaged in neuropsychiatric research.