Angstfrei im Alter

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health issues in older adults, alongside depression and dementia. Although effective treatment options are available, many older individuals hesitate to seek psychotherapy and unnecessarily struggle with their fears for extended periods. This is why this self-help book was written. It informs anxious older adults and their concerned relatives and friends about anxiety disorders and treatment options, provides numerous self-help tips, and encourages seeking psychotherapy. Anxiety disorders in older age often occur alongside various physical illnesses and other mental health problems. Therefore, recognizing anxiety in older adults can often be quite challenging. The guide provides a detailed overview of different anxiety disorders, with a particular focus on generalized anxiety disorder.