
Educational Research
The following is a list of some of the many resources available on
anxiety disorders. The list is divided by specific anxiety disorders and by
resource type (book, other publication or videotape). Please consult the
appropriate organization listed to obtain copies of those materials.
Specific Disorders:
ANXIETY DISORDERS, GENERAL
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Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
Anxiety Disorders
American Psychological Association
750 First St., NE; Washington, DC 20002
(202) 336-5500
Anxiety Disorders
National Institute of Mental Health
Rm 7C-02, MSC 8030
5600 Fishers Lane
Bethesda, MD 20892
1-88-88-ANXIETY
Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Anxiety Disorders: Helping a Family Member
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Drugs/Alcohol and Mental Illnesses
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
200 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1015
Arlington, VA 22201
1-800-950-NAMI
Facts for Families: Questions and Answers About Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry (series).
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists
3615 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 966-7300
Fact Sheet Series on Anxiety Disorders
(including Panic, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress
Disorder; Phobias; and Generalized Anxiety Disorder)
National Mental Health Association.
1021 Prince St.
Alexandria, VA 22314-2971
1-800-969-NMHA
A Guide to Depression
National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association
730 N. Franklin St., Suite 501
Chicago, IL 60610
(800) 826-3632
Let’s Talk Facts About Mental Illness...
(series including Anxiety Disorders, Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive
Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
American Psychiatric Association
Division of Public Affairs-Code MNIMH
1400 K St., NW
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 682-6220
On Target, a quarterly newsletter.
Freedom from Fear
308 Seaview Ave.
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 351-1717
http://www.freedomfromfear.org
Books
It’s Not All in Your Head
Swedo, S.B., and Leonard, H.L. New York: Harper Collins, 1996.
Mastery of Your Anxiety and Worry
Craske, M.G., et al. Albany, NY: Graywind Publications, 1992.
Overcoming Panic, Anxiety, & Phobias: New Strategies to Free Yourself
from Worry and Fear
Babior, S., and Goldman, C. Duluth, MN: Pfeifer-Hamilton, 1996.
The Sky is Falling, Understanding and Coping with Phobias, Panic, and
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Dumont, R. New York: W.W. Norton & Company, 1996.
Trauma and Recovery
Herman, J.L. New York: Basic Books, 1992.
Triumph Over Fear: A Book of Help and Hope for People with Anxiety,
Panic Attacks, and Phobias
Ross, J. New York: Bantam, 1994.
You Mean I Don’t Have to Feel This Way? New Help for Depression,
Anxiety, and Addiction
Dowling, C. New York: Bantam, 1993.
Videotapes
Adolescent Group Therapy: An Introduction for Parents
Care Video Productions.
Westlake, OH, 1989 (order 216-835-5872).
After the Tears: Teens Talk About Mental Illness in their Families
United Mental Health, Inc.
Pittsburgh, 1986 (order 412-391-3820).
FINDING PROFESSIONAL HELP
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Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
A Consumer’s Guide to Mental Health Services
National Institute of Mental Health
Rm 7C-02, MSC 8030
5600 Fishers Lane
Bethesda, MD 20892
Guidelines for Choosing a Behavior Therapist
Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy
305 Seventh Ave.
New York, NY 10001
(212) 647-1890
How to Choose a Psychotherapist
American Psychological Association
750 First St., NE
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 336-5500
Seeking Help for Life’s Challenges: What is Counseling?
American Counseling Association
5999 Stevenson Ave.
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 823-9800
TREATMENT/MEDICATIONS, GENERAL
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(note: for treatment options for a specific disorder, see that disorder)
Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
Anxiety Disorders and Medication
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Benzodiazepines
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
200 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1015
Arlington, VA 22201
1-800-950-NAMI
A Consumer’s Guide to Treatment
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Paxil
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
200 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1015
Arlington, VA 22201
1-800-950-NAMI
Prozac
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
200 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1015
Arlington, VA 22201
1-800-950-NAMI
Medications
National Institute of Mental Health
7C-02, MSC 8030
5600 Fishers Lane
Bethesda, MD 20857
Specific Disorders PANIC
DISORDER TOP
Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
Getting Treatment for Panic Disorder: Information for Patients,
Families, and Friends
National Institute of Mental Health
Rm 7C-02, MSC 80130,
5600 Fishers Lane
Bethesda, MD 20892
1-88-88-ANXIETY
How Do I Know if I Have Panic Disorder?
American Psychological Association
750 First St., NE
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 336-5500
The National Panic/Anxiety Disorder Newsletter
1718 Burgandy Place
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 527-5738
Panic and Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Panic Attacks
Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy
305 Seventh Ave.
New York, NY 10001
(212) 647-1890
Panic Disorder
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
200 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1015
Arlington, VA 22201
1-800-950-NAMI
Panic Disorder: A Highly Treatable Disorder
National Anxiety Foundation
3135 Custer Drive
Lexington, KY 40517-4001
(606) 272-7166
Understanding Panic Disorder
National Institute of Mental Health
Rm 7C-02, MSC 8030
5600 Fishers Lane
Bethesda, MD 20892
1-88-88-ANXIETY
Books
An End to Panic: Breakthrough Techniques for Overcoming Panic Disorder
Zuercher-White, E. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc., 1995.
Don’t Panic-Taking Control of Anxiety Attacks
Wilson, R. R. New York: Harper & Row, 1986.
Master Your Panic and Take Back Your Life
Beckfield, D.F. San Luis Obispo, CA: Impact Publishers, 1994.
Mastery of Your Anxiety and Panic II
Barlow, D.H., and Craske, M.G. Albany, NY: Graywind Publications, 1994.
Panic Disorders and Agoraphobia: A Guide
Griest, J.H., and Jefferson, J.W. Madison, WI: Anxiety Disorders Center and
Information Centers, University of Wisconsin, 1992.
Panic Disorder: The Great Pretender
Zal, H.M. New York: Insight Books, 1990.
Panic Disorder: The Medical Point of View
Kernoodle, W.D. rev. ed. Richmond, VA: Cadmus Publishing, 1995.
Videotapes
Panic Disorder: Stories of Hope National Institute of Mental
Health.
(For professional and lay audiences.) This 19-minute video, introduced by
Willard Scott, profiles three people with panic disorder and their journeys
to recovery.
For purchase (cost is $18.99) contact: Modern Sponsored Marketing Services
(order 1-800-243-6877)
Panic Prison
(30 minute videotape that is part of a series of APA "Let’s Talk About
Mental Illness" public awareness film packages; CME credits available for
professionals.) American Psychiatric Association.
Division of Public Affairs-Code MNIMH, 1400 K St., NW; Washington, DC 20005;
(202) 682-6220
OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD)
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Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
Drug Treatment of OCD in Adults
Jenike, M.A. Milford, CT: OC Foundation, 1996.
9 Depot St.; Milford, CT 06460; (203) 878-5669
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy
305 Seventh Ave.
New York, NY 10001
(212) 647-1890
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
200 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1015
Arlington, VA 22201
1-800-950-NAMI
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
National Institute of Mental Health
Rm 7C-02, MSC 8030
5600 Fishers Lane
Bethesda, MD 20892
1-88-88-ANXIETY
OCD and Parenting; Learning to Live with OCD
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
9 Depot St.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 878-5669
OCD Questions and Answers
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
9 Depot St.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 878-5669
Reasonable Accommodation for Employees with OCD
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
9 Depot St.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 878-5669
Books
The Boy Who Couldn’t Stop Washing
Rapoport, J.L. New York: E.P. Dutton, 1989.
Getting Control: Overcoming Your Obsessions and Compulsions
Baer, L. Boston, MA: Little, Brown, 1991.
Learning to Live with OCD
VanNoppen, B.L., and Pato, M.T. Milford, CT:
OC Foundation, 1993.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Guide
Griest, J.H. Madison, WI: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Information Center,
Department of Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin, 1991.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in Children and Adolescents: A Guide
Johnston, H.F. Madison, WI: Child Psychopharmacology Information Center,
1993.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: The Facts
De Silve, P., and Rachman, S. New York: Oxford University Press, 1992.
Over and Over Again: Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Neziroglu, F.A., and Yaryura-Tobias, J.A. Lexington, MA: Lexington Books,
1991.
Stop Obsessing!
Foa, E.B., and Wilson, E.B. New York: Bantam Books, 1991.
When Once is Not Enough: Help for Obsessive Compulsives
Steketee, G., and White, K. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Press, 1990.
Videotapes
The Touching Tree
Jim Callner, writer/director, Awareness films.
Distributed by the O.C. Foundation, Inc., 9 Depot St.; Milford, CT 06460;
(203) 878-5669
(about a child with OCD)
POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
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Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
Combat Related Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy
305 Seventh Ave.
New York, NY 10001
(212) 647-1890
"Coping with Trauma: A Guide to Self Understanding."
Allen, J.G. Menninger Perspective. 26(3): 5-10, 1995.
General Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy
305 Seventh Ave.
New York, NY 10001
(212) 647-1890
"Wounds That Never Heal."
Goleman, D., Psychology Today. 25(1): 62-68, 1992.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Packet #OM-0026
National Institute of Mental Health
Rm 7C-02, MSC 8030
5600 Fishers Lane
Bethesda, MD 20892
Books
Coping with Trauma: A Guide to Self Understanding
Allen, J.G. Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Press, 1995.
Families in Recovery: Working Together to Heal the Damage of Childhood
Sexual Abuse
Engel, B. Los Angeles: Lowell House, 1994.
The Trauma Response: Treatment for Emotional Injury
Everstine, D.S., and Everstine, L. New York: Norton, 1993.
Trauma and Recovery
Herman, J.L. New York: Basic Books, 1992.
Children and Trauma: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Children Heal
Monahon, C. New York: Lexington Books, 1993.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: What You Should Know
Available from the National Mental Health Association
1021 Prince Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314-2971.
Strong at the Broken Places: Overcoming the Trauma of Childhood
Sanford, L.T. New York: Random House, 1990.
Too Scared to Cry: Psychic Trauma in Childhood
Terr, L. New York: Harper & Row, 1990.
Trauma and Survival: Post-traumatic and Dissociative Disorders in
Women
Waites, E.A. New York: Norton, 1993.
PHOBIAS
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Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
Phobia
Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy
305 Seventh Ave.
New York, NY 10001
(212) 647-1890
Shyness and Social Phobia
Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy
305 Seventh Ave.
New York, NY 10001
(212) 647-1890
Social Phobia
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Specific Phobia
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
Books
Dying of Embarrassment: Help for Social Anxiety and Phobias
Markway, B.G., et al. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, 1992.
Life Isn’t Just a Panic: Stories of Hope by Recovering Agoraphobics
Pace, A.L. Beaverton, OR: Baby Steps Press, 1996.
GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER
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Pamphlets, Brochures and Other Publications
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety Disorders Association of America
11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 100
Rockville, MD 20852-2624
(301) 231-9350
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