Treatment of generalized anxiety disorder in terms of cognitive behavioral
Kamrowska, A.; Gmitrowicz, A.
Polski Merkuriusz Lekarski Organ Polskiego Towarzystwa Lekarskiego 40(236): 141-143
2016
ISSN/ISBN: 1426-9686 PMID: 27000822 Document Number: 687811
Risk of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) within life is estimated at 2.6-5.1%. Amongst etiological factors that affect the development of the disorder are: biological and psychological problems, including cognitive models. There are known several cognitive models: metacognitive, Borkovec'c model and the model developed in Quebec. Key cognitive contents that occur with generalized anxiety disorder are focused on two aspects: metacognitive beliefs and intolerance of uncertainty. A primary purpose of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is the modification of dysfunctional beliefs about worry. Cognitive behavioural therapy is effective in reducing anxiety, makes it easier to operate in the professional sphere and improves the quality of life.