This book presents a critical analysis of the theories and empirical evidence to date regarding the origins of phobias and anxiety disorders, and the reason why more women than men suffer from them. The book moves from a discussion of nonspecific temperament to specific risk factors for each anxiety disorder, assuming a hierarchical etiological model throughout. At each level of analysis, the issue of gender differences is addressed.Origins of Phobias and Anxiety Disorders: Why More Women than Men? is relevant to all those working in or studying psychopathology, including clinical psychologists, mental health practitioners, graduate and undergraduate students.

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