Knowledge Tree
anxiety symptoms
Also known as: anxiety-related symptoms
Facts (27)
Sources
A systematic review of cognitive behavioral therapy-based ... frontiersin.org 13 facts
claimThere were no significant differences between Behavioral Activation Therapy for Depression (BATD) and Treatment as Usual (TAU), or between Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Treatment as Usual (TAU), in the improvement of depressive, anxiety, and stress symptoms.
claimNo significant differences were found between Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Treatment as Usual (TAU) regarding depressive and anxiety symptoms.
measurementDe Jong et al. (2016, 2018) found no significant differences in anxiety symptoms at post-treatment or follow-up when comparing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to Treatment As Usual (TAU).
measurementIn a systematic review of cognitive behavioral therapy-based interventions, three out of four studies (75%) showed significant differences in the reduction of anxiety symptoms at follow-up in favor of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) compared to treatment as usual (TAU), with effect sizes (d) ranging from 1.07 to 0.27.
measurementAll nine studies evaluating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) assessed depressive symptoms as the primary outcome, while three studies assessed anxiety symptoms as a co-primary outcome.
measurementIn the systematic review, three out of four studies of traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy reported significant differences in the reduction of anxiety symptoms at follow-up compared to treatment as usual, with effect sizes (d) ranging from 1.07 to 0.27.
measurementIn a systematic review of cognitive behavioral therapy-based interventions, five out of six studies (83%) showed significant differences in the reduction of anxiety symptoms at post-treatment in favor of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) compared to treatment as usual (TAU), with effect sizes (d) ranging from 1.08 to 0.19.
claimResearch interest is increasing in how CBT-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Behavioral Activation Treatment for Depression (BATD), can improve the functional status and quality of life in patients with chronic pain experiencing depressive and/or anxiety symptoms.
measurementA study by Boersma et al. (2019) identified no significant differences between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and hybrid therapy (exposure in vivo and dialectical behavior therapy) in the reduction of anxiety symptoms at both post-treatment and follow-up.
measurementIn the systematic review, five out of six studies of traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy reported significant differences in the reduction of anxiety symptoms at post-treatment compared to treatment as usual, with effect sizes (d) ranging from 1.08 to 0.19.
measurementTorrijos-Zarcero et al. (2021) reported a significant difference in the reduction of anxiety symptoms at post-treatment in favor of Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBI) compared to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a very small effect size (d = 0.17).
claimTorrijos-Zarcero et al. (2021) evaluated self-compassion as the primary outcome and depressive and anxiety symptoms as secondary outcomes in their mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) study.
claimNo significant differences in depressive or anxiety symptoms were found in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Behavioral Activation Treatment for Depression (BATD) compared to Treatment As Usual (TAU) at any assessment time points.
Diagnosis and Management of Generalized Anxiety Disorder ... - AAFP aafp.org May 1, 2015 4 facts
claimA meta-analysis of 36 randomized controlled trials on meditation showed that meditative therapies reduce anxiety symptoms, though most studies examined anxiety symptoms rather than anxiety disorders.
claimBenzodiazepines are effective in reducing anxiety symptoms, but their use is limited by risk of abuse and adverse effect profiles.
claimLifestyle recommendations to reduce anxiety-related symptoms include identifying and removing triggers such as caffeine, stimulants, nicotine, and dietary factors, as well as improving sleep quality and quantity and increasing physical activity.
claimWhen used in combination with antidepressants, benzodiazepines may speed recovery from anxiety-related symptoms but do not improve longer-term outcomes.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder | Counseling Nexus manifold.counseling.org 3 facts
claimAnxiety symptoms are associated with various medical disorders, including endocrine imbalances (e.g., hyperthyroidism), cardiopulmonary conditions (e.g., congestive heart failure, sleep apnea), neurological concerns (e.g., stroke, Parkinson’s disease), autoimmune disorders or systemic infections (e.g., lupus), and nutritional or metabolic deficits (e.g., thiamine or niacin deficiency).
measurementUp to 44.3% of persons with disabilities reported experiencing frequent anxiety symptoms.
referenceThe Beck Anxiety Inventory is a screening instrument used to assess the severity of anxiety symptoms.
CBT for Anxiety: Evidence-Based Techniques for Lasting Relief revivespokane.com Oct 22, 2025 2 facts
procedureHomework in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) may include completing thought records, practicing relaxation techniques, engaging in planned exposure exercises, tracking anxiety triggers and symptoms, and reading materials related to session concepts.
claimPatterns of avoidance or withdrawal worsen anxiety symptoms over time.
Overview of Anxiety Disorders - Psychiatry - MSD Manuals msdmanuals.com 2 facts
claimAnxiety symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic were often intensified by media exposure, economic hardship, uncertainty regarding the future, fears of infection, loss of familiar supports, and behavioral restrictions such as masks and social distancing.
procedureBenzodiazepines are often used in conjunction with an antidepressant and psychotherapy, and can often be tapered once anxiety symptoms have improved.
The Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavior Therapy on Anxiety ... openpublichealthjournal.com 2 facts
measurementThe analysis of covariance in the study on Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) showed an F value of 119.675 for anxiety symptoms, which was significant at the 0.01 level, indicating a significant difference in anxiety symptoms between the experimental group and the control group.
measurementIn the study on the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), the Levene test for equality of variance error yielded F values of 0.133 for anxiety symptoms, 0.394 for physical symptoms, 0.025 for worry, and 0.129 for concentration, all of which were not significant at the 0.05 level.
Extent and Health Consequences of Chronic Sleep Loss and ... - NCBI ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 1 fact
claimSleep loss, defined as less than 7 hours per night, may have wide-ranging adverse effects on the cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, and nervous systems, including obesity, diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, anxiety symptoms, depressed mood, and alcohol use.