Includes bibliographical references and index.

We all know what anxiety feels like: it is an inevitable part of life. For some of us, however, panic attacks, phobias, obsessions or constant worries can have devastating impact on our self-confidence, our relationships and our general well-being. This self-help guide shows you how to use cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to manage your anxieties. CBT has been shown to be highly effective in the treatment of anxiety and it will help you to understand what has caused it, what is keeping it going and, crucially, how to take back control. This fully updated edition: reflects recent developments in our understanding of anxiety; contains many useful examples of anxiety management in action.