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Randomized clinical trial evaluating the efficacy of a brief intervention targeting anxiety sensitivity cognitive concerns.

Author: AllanNicholas P, CapronDaniel W, RainesAmanda M, SchmidtNorman B

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.Research funding provided by US government agencies other than the Public Health Service.

Overview

Anxiety sensitivity (AS), a tendency to worry about the consequences of anxiety, is a risk factor for anxiety and other mental health problems. AS can be broken down into concerns about physical sensations, social situations, and thoughts. Cognitive concerns about anxiety have been linked to suicide. While treatments have been developed to reduce AS, they often focus on the physical component. This study aims to create and evaluate a treatment that specifically targets the cognitive aspect of AS.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Anxiety sensitivity (AS) is a well-established, malleable risk factor for anxiety and other forms of psychopathology. Structural evaluation models of AS suggest it can be decomposed into physical, social, and cognitive concerns, and emerging work indicates that these components may be differentially...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1037/a0036651

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Targeting Anxiety Sensitivity: A Cognitive Approach

Anxiety sensitivity (AS), the fear of physical sensations associated with anxiety, is like a desert mirage that can make even the most familiar surroundings seem threatening. This study examines the efficacy of a brief intervention targeting the cognitive component of AS.

A Cognitive Focus on Anxiety Sensitivity

The researchers developed and evaluated a brief intervention specifically designed to address the cognitive concerns of AS. The intervention proved to be effective in reducing AS cognitive concerns, suggesting its potential as a valuable tool for managing anxiety and related disorders.

Empowering Individuals to Manage Anxiety

The study offers hope for individuals struggling with anxiety sensitivity. By targeting the cognitive component of AS, this intervention can help individuals develop coping strategies to manage their anxiety and improve their overall well-being.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

The study demonstrates the potential of cognitive interventions to effectively address anxiety sensitivity. By helping individuals understand and manage their cognitive concerns, this approach can lead to a more fulfilling and less anxious life, like navigating a desert with a clear map and a compass.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-01-20
  2. Date Revised 2022-12-07
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

24821096

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1037/a0036651

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