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Keynote and Ross Lecture
Keynote Speakers & Jerilyn Ross Lecture
Keynote Speaker
Addressing Mental Health: A Time That's Come
Clinical Practice Review for OCD
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
For diagnostic criteria and codes, visit the Anxiety Disorders page of the
Resolve and Resilience From Panic
There was a time when basic things—like driving, climbing a flight of stairs, taking a shower, or going through the checkout line at
Spread the Word
Help us spread the word about the benefits of treatment for anxiety and mood disorders, OCD, and PTSD — for children and teens, women, men, and all those suffering from related illnesses.
No More Constant Fear
My earliest childhood memories are of constant fear. A skinny kid with crooked teeth, somewhat shy and reserved with social anxiety, I was an easy target for bullies, which made my issues even more difficult to handle. I never spoke to anyone about my feelings because I felt they were my fault.
Donald F. Klein Early Career Investigator Award
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America is pleased to announce an award to an early career investigator for the best original research paper on neurobiology, psychopharmacology, psychosocial treatments, or experimental psychopathology of anxiety disorders and depression.
A Childhood Darkened by Severe Anxiety Becomes Brighter
Childhood anxiety, even seve
Perfectionism and Panic
Back in 2006, I had it all: A loving fiancé, a coveted publishing job, a supportive network of friends and family.
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens
Children and teens with bipolar disorder experience unusual and extreme mood changes, which can affect energy and behavior. These changes are different from normal childhood and adolescent ups and downs.
Social Anxiety Disorder and Alcohol Abuse
At around the age of 10, I became aware that I was different. I felt intense social anxiety. I had no skills to use to interact socially with my peers. I was quiet and blended into the walls.
Anxiety and Depression in Children
It is not uncommon for children to be diagnosed with both depression and an anxiety disorder, or depression and general anxiety. About half of people diagnosed with depression are also diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.
Treatment FAQs
Is treatment necessary? Will my child’s anxiety disorder go away on its own? Will he grow out of it?
Like other medical conditions, anxiety disorders tend to be chronic unless properly treated.