Article December 31, 2002

Introduction. Anxiety: New Treatment Perspectives

Karl Rickels, MD; Hans-Jürgen Möller, MD

J Clin Psychiatry 2002;63(suppl 14):3-3

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Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in theUnited States. Although anxiety disorders are treatable, less than30% of individuals with these disorders seek treatment.1 Thedirect and indirect costs of anxiety disorders are considerable,and the level of impairment associated with these disordersis severe, so identification of appropriate treatment options isimperative.’ ‹