While antipsychotics can be effective for some patients, they come with well-known side effects, including an increased risk ...

Treatment of late-life anxiety is a challenge given concerns about medication side effects in older, frail, or medically ill patients. Antidepressants are recommended but not always tolerated ...

Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise ...

Regular physical activity is another powerful way to reduce anxiety. Exercise releases endorphins, often called “feel-good” ...