anxiety disorders ↔ Specific phobia

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Specific phobia is classified as a type of anxiety disorder [1] and is frequently discussed alongside other anxiety disorders in clinical contexts [2], [3], and therapeutic research [4].

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Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety-Related Disorders link.springer.com Springer 1 fact

measurementAmong the classifications of anxiety disorders, specific phobia (10.3%), panic disorders (6%), social phobia (2.7%), and generalized anxiety disorders (GAD) (2.2%) are the most common.

CBT for Anxiety: Evidence-Based Techniques for Lasting Relief revivespokane.com Revive Spokane 1 fact

referenceAnxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder (persistent and excessive worry), social anxiety disorder (fear of social situations and negative judgment), panic disorder (recurring panic attacks), obsessive-compulsive disorder (unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors), post-traumatic stress disorder (developing after traumatic events), and specific phobias (extreme fear of particular objects or situations).

The Role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Treating Anxiety thesupportivecare.com The Supportive Care 1 fact

claimBy the 1950s, behavioral therapy approaches had demonstrated success in treating specific phobias and anxiety disorders through exposure therapy and systematic desensitization.

Diagnosis and Management of Generalized Anxiety Disorder ... - AAFP aafp.org American Academy of Family Physicians 1 fact

claimA diagnosis of an anxiety disorder requires that the disturbance is not better explained by another mental disorder, such as social anxiety disorder, specific phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, or separation anxiety disorder.