General Anxiety

What is General Anxiety?

General Anxiety is an emotional condition in which the person experiences the world as threatening. Anxiety disorders in children may result from more than shyness. Social avoidance and anxiety interfere with play and fun. Conditions in which a previous trauma due to a life threatening event has not been resolved results in a chronic state of anxiety.

How can Dr. Kohn help you?

Dr. Kohn uses a variety of evaluation forms and both Assessment and Treatment Tools in his Practice. He uses a Holistic view of the patient and the problem. Dr. Kohn uses a Biological-Psychological-Social framework to assess your symptoms because he knows that the proper diagnosis leads to proper treatment.

General Anxiety disorder treatment - often SSRI class of medication is used as a first line treatment (Prozac, Zoloft, Celexa, Lexapro) alone or in combination with Busparone or a Benzodiazepine class of medication (clonazepam, lorazepam, alprazolam, chlordiazepate).