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Origins of Phobias and Anxiety Disorders : Why More Women than Men? (The First Volume in the New Brat Series on Clinical Psychology)
Origins of Phobias and Anxiety Disorders Why More Women than Men - The First Volume in the New Brat Series on Clinical Psychology Author:Michelle G. Craske Hardbound. The first title to be published in the BRAT Series in Clinical Psychology, this new book will present a critical analysis of the theories and empirical evidence to date regarding the origins of phobias and anxiety disorders, and the reasons why more women than men suffer from them. The book moves from a discussion of non-specific temp... more »erament 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. For example, broad temperamental factors such as traits of negative affectivity and poor emotional regulation are reviewed in terms of their relevance to the group of disorders with which anxiety disorders tend to cluster, such as depression and substance abuse. Biological contributions are covered, along with early life experiences including parenting styles and expectations, and early stressors. The components of anxiety - hy« less