The Revised Edition Of:
Don’t Panic: Taking Control of Anxiety Attacks

• by Reid Wilson, Ph.D.
• published by HarperPerennial
• ISBN# 0-06-095160-5
• $15.00

“Hope and guidance are often sought in the pages of books, and on occasion a volume generously rewards the seeker with a sense of comfort and direction. Dr. Wilson's Don't Panic is one of those books for people with symptoms of anxiety. This is a superb book from a well-respected expert.”


Aaron T. Beck, MD (from the Foreword)
University Professor of Psychiatry
University of Pennsylvania

“…a compendium of clinically sound information. …a necessity for professionals wishing to bolster their assessment and intervention tools and more efficiently help their patients and clients achieve independence.”

Stephen Lankton, MSW & Carol Lankton, MA, authors
The Answer Within

The Revised Edition Of: Don’t Panic: Taking Control of Anxiety Attacks 381 in-depth pages, written for the patient The attitudes that promote recovery & the strategies to overcome panic Self-help skills for panic disorder, social phobias and the fear of flying The most comprehensive evaluation of all recommended medications	“…up-to-date, factual, and brimming with useful advice on dealing with panic and related disorders.” David H. Barlow, Ph.D., Professor and Director Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders at Boston University

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The authoritative book on overcoming panic and anxiety – thoroughly updated and revised

A leading international expert in panic and anxiety disorders, psychologist R. Reid Wilson, Ph.D., offers a new, straightforward, and remarkable effective self-help program for overcoming panic and coping with anxious fears. With insight and compassion, Dr. Wilson shows you:

• how a panic attack happens, what causes it, and how it affects your life
• a detailed, five-step strategy for controlling the moment of panic
• how to quickly master specific problem-solving skills, breathing exercises, and focused thinking during anxiety-provoking times
• eleven ways to control the chronic muscle tensions that increase anxiety
• how to conquer fear and face problems with confidence
• techniques to master the two most common distresses: fear of flying and social anxiety
• the most comprehensive evaluation of all medications currently recommended for anxiety disorders
• the eight attitudes that promote recovery from anxiety disorders
• how to establish reachable goals and gradually increase your involvement and enjoyment in life

About the Author

R. Reid Wilson, Ph.D. directs the Anxiety Disorders Treatment Program in Chapel Hill and Durham, North Carolina. He is also Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Wilson specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders.  He designed and served as lead psychologist for American Airlines' first national program for the fearful flier. Dr. Wilson is on the Board of Directors of the Anxiety Disorders Association of America. He served as Program Chair of the National Conferences on Anxiety Disorders from 1988-1991.

Table of Contents

DON'T PANIC: TAKING CONTROL OF ANXIETY ATTACKS

(REVISED EDITION)

Table of Contents

Foreword by Aaron Beck, M.D.

2. Physical Causes of Panic-like Symptoms (revised)

Rapid or Irregular Heart Rate - Difficulty Breathing--Dizziness and Vertigo--Multiple Symptoms--Side Effects of Medications

Panic Disorder - Agoraphobia - Generalized Anxiety Disorder - Social Phobia - Specific Phobias - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

The Power of Beliefs Learned in the Past - Coping in the Present

Premenstrual Syndrome - Hypoglycemia - Depression - Alcoholism

Mitral Valve Prolapse - Recovery from Myocardial Infarction - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Winning Through Intimidation - The Surprise Attack - Controlling the Mind - Forecasting the Future - The Planned Retreat - Why Me?

Distrusting the Unconscious - The Emergency Response - Tricking the Brain

Well-Worn Paths - Images and Interpretations - Taking Away Choice

Memories and Images - Focusing the Mind - Taking Conscious Control

Signals of Change - Two Types of Breathing - The Hyperventilation Syndrome - The Foundation Skills

 12. Releasing Tensions (revised)

Cue-Controlled Deep Muscle Relaxation - Generalized Relaxation and Imagery - Meditation - Which Method is Best for You?

13. How to Inoculate Yourself Against Panic: The Eight Attitudes of Recovery (new)

Negative Observers - The Independent Observer

15. Finding Your Observer (revised)

The First Important Steps - Your Observer and the Calming Response - Your Observer and Physical Tension

16. Taking a New Stance: The Supportive Observer (revised)

Filtering the Facts - The Supportive Observer - "I Can . . . It's OK . . ." - Disrupting the Pattern

17. Paradox in Action (revised)

The Balance of Power - How to Invite Panic - Giving up the Struggle - Inviting the Symptoms

18. Experience: The Greatest Teacher (new)

Guidelines for Controlling Anxiety Attacks - A Final Note

19. The Use of Medication (new)

Common Medications for Anxiety Disorders - Guidelines for Medication Use - Medication Profiles

20. The Fear of Being Seen: How to Face Social Anxieties (new)

Biology and Experience: The Possible Contributions to Social Fears - The Complex Nature of Social Anxieties and Phobias - How to Get Comfortable

21. Achieving Comfortable Flight (new)

How Did Your Discomfort with Flying Begin? - Why Does Fear Of Flying Take More Effort To Overcome? - Learning How To Fly Comfortably - Use Visualizations for Rehearsal

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