Anxiously Aging: Understanding and Living Well With Anxiety in Late Life | Mental Health Webinar

Whether you’re an older adult who’s anxious or supporting an aging person, this talk is for you. Learn about experiencing anxiety later in life and what to do to reduce your risk of developing an anxiety disorder. Dr. Julie Erickson a clinical psychologist, author, and educator shares several practical and highly effective steps older adults can take to better manage their anxiety, as outlined in her book The Aging Well Workbook for Anxiety & Depression.
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
3:27 Questions We'll Answer
4:39 What is Anxiety?
11:16 When is Anxiety Disordered?
14:41 How Does Anxiety Differ for Older Adults?
19:54 Who is at Risk?
26:20 How to Manage Anxiety as an Older Adult?
30:52 What Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Looks Like
35:42 Conclusion