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This is a study protocol for a rigorous randomized controlled trial examining whether lavender aromatherapy can reduce benzodiazepine use in patients with generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. The trial measures primary outcomes as the frequency of anxiolytic medication use over 28 days, with proper blinding and placebo controls.
This systematic review synthesizes evidence-based pharmacotherapy for pediatric GAD, finding that combination psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy yields better outcomes than monotherapy. SSRIs are recommended as first-line treatment with faster symptom reduction, while SNRIs serve as a second-line option, both showing moderate effect sizes in clinical trials.
This epidemiological study analyzed data from India's National Mental Health Survey covering 34,802 adults and found a 0.47% prevalence of social anxiety disorder, with male gender, unemployment, and urban residence as risk factors. Individuals with SAD experienced significant functional impairment across work and social domains, with 82% not receiving treatment despite high rates of comorbid psychiatric conditions.
This study examined the association between cannabis use and social anxiety disorder (SAD) in 5,194 emerging adults (ages 18-25) from a nationally representative sample, finding 1.10% prevalence of co-occurring use and SAD. White race, part-time or non-student status, and comorbid mood/anxiety disorders were significantly associated with co-occurring cannabis use and SAD.
This research examines the cognitive and behavioral mechanisms underlying social anxiety disorder in adolescents. The study investigates evidence-based psychological processes relevant to understanding and treating social anxiety in this age group.