title: Protocols for the use of psychoactive drugs--Part IV: Protocol for the treatment of anxiety disorders.
abstract: In Part IV of a series on the use of psychoactive drugs, the appropriate use of antianxiety agents is discussed. A step-wise approach which focuses on practical methods of managing anxiety is formulated. A framework is presented as a guide to clinicians treating anxiety symptoms in a variety of conditions.
authors.forename: C S
authors.initials: CS
authors.lastname: Nasdahl
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Johnston
authors.forename: J H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Coleman
authors.forename: C N
authors.initials: CN
authors.lastname: May
authors.forename: J H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Druff
mesh_terms: D000319:Adrenergic beta-Antagonists / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001008:Anxiety Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy*; D001569:Benzodiazepines; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D004361:Drug Tolerance; D006801:Humans; D010200:Panic / Q000187:drug effects; D010349:Patient Compliance; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010698:Phobic Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000517:prevention & control
chemical_list: D000319:Adrenergic beta-Antagonists; D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents; D001569:Benzodiazepines