What type of medication do they give people for short term anxiety issues?

September 19th, 2012

I have had horrible anxiety lately. I freak out about the weirdest things and I’m worried constantly that something horrible is going to happen to someone in my family. I also have developed abnormal fears. I have been really stressed out for the past few months and I’m guessing the anxiety is a result of [...]

How long are you supposed to take anti anxiety medication and can it stop your abnormal anxiety for good?

February 18th, 2012

I’d like to know generally how anti anxiety medications work, how long one is supposed to take them, and how a person or a doctor knows when is the right time to stop the medication. If the anxiety is due to a chemical imbalance, does that mean the meds must be taken forever? Chosen Answer: [...]

What is the major difference between normal anxiety and abnormal anxiety?

October 31st, 2011

A) Normal anxiety is caused by worrying about personal matters, while abnormal anxiety is caused by worrying about global problems. B) Normal anxiety does not have any physical symptoms, while abnormal anxiety is coupled with heart palpitations, nausea, and sweating. C) Normal anxiety is caused by worrying about everyday things, while abnormal anxiety can interfere [...]