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Of all the varieties of anxiety disorders, which from your perspective seems to be the most difficult to treat?

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The solution provides information, assistance and advice on the topic of CBT and its utilization in treatment of anxiety disorders. A difficult to treat anxiety disorder is also suggested. Resources are listed for further exploration of the topic.

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Hi and thank you for using Brainmass. The solution below should get you started. In this particular task, you are being asked to reflect on anxiety disorders. This is really about perception as it depends on you which you will find most difficult. I suggest making it simple using this outline:

1. On CBT for Anxiety disorder - 100 words
2. Most difficult AD to treat - 150 words
You can use the listed resources to further explore the topic. Just let me know via the feedback section if you need further clarification. All the best with your studies.

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CBT and Anxiety Disorders

According to HelpGuide (2014), "Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most widely-used therapy for anxiety disorders. Research has shown it to be effective in the treatment of panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety ...

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