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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (Pathophysiology (Arises from Amygdala…
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Neurobio
Pathophysiology
Arises from Amygdala
Activates PSNS via vagus nerve
SNS activation via hypothalamas
Triggers dyspnea
Defined as excessive and uncontrollable
No specific external stimulus
Clinical manifestations
Worry
Exacerbated by relationships
social occupational activities
Physical symptoms of
hyperventilation
muscle aches
Dizziness
Rule out other psychiatric Dx's
Rule out: medication, caffeine, amphetamines, alcohol
Ages 45-49 highest
Affects women more
Treatment
SSRI's
Benzodiazapenes