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Reducing State Anxiety Using Working Memory Maintenance

Reducing State Anxiety Using Working Memory Maintenance

Published on: July 19, 2017

[Relapse in anxiety disorders].

Anna D T Muntingh^1,2, Neeltje M Batelaan¹, Anton J L M van Balkom¹

¹Amsterdam UMC, locatie VUmc, afd. Psychiatrie.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde

|March 1, 2019

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Anxiety disorder relapse is common, necessitating long-term treatment planning. Patients may require ongoing antidepressant medication or booster treatments to maintain positive outcomes and prevent recurrence.

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Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Clinical Psychology

Background:

Anxiety disorders have a high risk of relapse.
Long-term treatment strategies are essential for managing these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To emphasize the importance of long-term treatment planning in anxiety disorders.
To highlight the role of continuous or booster antidepressant treatment.
To stress the need for relapse preparation and timely intervention.

Main Methods:

Review of long-term treatment outcomes in anxiety disorders.
Analysis of the efficacy of continuous antidepressant medication.
Evaluation of strategies for relapse prevention and management.

Main Results:

Long-term positive outcomes in anxiety disorders often require sustained treatment approaches.
Booster treatments or continuous antidepressant medication are frequently necessary.
Proactive relapse management is critical for preventing disorder recurrence.

Conclusions:

Effective management of anxiety disorders necessitates a long-term perspective on treatment.
Patients should be prepared for potential relapse, especially during treatment discontinuation.
Timely intervention is key to preventing recurrent episodes and improving long-term prognosis.