anxiolytics
Pills for worry
Anxiolytics are drugs that reduce anxiety.
The category includes benzodiazepines like Valium and Xanax, as well as buspirone and certain antidepressants.
The term is medical jargon, used interchangeably with anti-anxiety medications: The patient was prescribed anxiolytics for her panic disorder.
Sedative-hypnotic drug class
- diazepamAnti-anxiety benzodiazepine
- lorazepamAnti-anxiety sedative medication
- alprazolamBenzodiazepine for anxiety disorders
- clonazepamAnti-seizure benzodiazepine drug
hydroxyzine · SSRIs · antidepressants · beta-blockers · sedatives · GABA · neurotransmitters · prescription
Treatment through guided conversation
- CBTPsychological treatment abbreviation
- cognitive-behavioralRelating thought to action
- exposureState of being unprotected
- mindfulnessAwareness of the present
relaxation · counseling · EMDR · trauma-focused · biofeedback · breathing exercises · meditation · grounding
Inducing a settled state
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
- easingReducing strain or difficulty
- alleviationReduction of intensity
- sedationDrug-induced calm state
tranquilization · tension release · relaxation · decompression · stabilization · maintenance · prophylaxis
benzodiazepines
Sedative-hypnotic drug class
- diazepamAnti-anxiety benzodiazepine
- lorazepamAnti-anxiety sedative medication
- alprazolamBenzodiazepine for anxiety disorders
clonazepam · hydroxyzine · SSRIs · antidepressants · beta-blockers · sedatives · GABA · neurotransmitters · prescription · psychopharmacology
psychotherapy
Treatment through guided conversation
- CBTPsychological treatment abbreviation
- cognitive-behavioralRelating thought to action
- exposureState of being unprotected
mindfulness · relaxation · counseling · EMDR · trauma-focused · biofeedback · breathing exercises · meditation · grounding · coping strategies
calming
Inducing a settled state
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
- easingReducing strain or difficulty
- alleviationReduction of intensity
sedation · tranquilization · tension release · relaxation · decompression · stabilization · maintenance · prophylaxis
panic disorder
Recurrent unexpected fear attacks
- phobiasIrrational intense fears
- PTSDChronic reaction to horrific events
- OCDCompulsive repetition disorder
insomnia · agitation · nervousness · hyperarousal · agoraphobia
anxiolyticsstimulants
Agents that heighten arousal
caffeine · amphetamines · methamphetamine · cocaine · ephedrine