MENTAL HEALTH
Anxiety Medications: Types, and Uses
February 8, 2020
Symptom Guides > Mental Health > Anxiety Medications: Types, and Uses

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Dr. Chris Bodle
Dr. Bodle is a board certified emergency medicine physician. He received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, and completed his residency in emergency medicine at Emory University. In addition to K Health, he currently works as an Emergency Medicine physician in an Urban, Level 1 Trauma Center in the south east.
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At some point or another, you have probably experienced anxiety symptoms like racing thoughts, sweaty palms, or shortness of breath. Anxiety is the body’s way of responding to stress, so it is normal to feel physically or mentally anxious from time to time. However, if fear and worry are persistent and interfere with your everyday life, you could be experiencing an anxiety disorder.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., impacting 40 million adults—that’s more than 18% of the population. There are a number of treatment options for anxiety, including medication.
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“Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., impacting 40 million adults—that’s more than 18% of the population.”
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Anxiety treatment starting at $19/month. Start free assessment to see if you’re eligible.

by
Dr. Chris Bodle
Dr. Bodle is a board certified emergency medicine physician. He received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, and completed his residency in emergency medicine at Emory University. In addition to K Health, he currently works as an Emergency Medicine physician in an Urban, Level 1 Trauma Center in the south east.
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