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Anti-anxiety medications, also called anxiolytics, are used for treating symptoms of anxiety. These drugs are often administered in combination with other treatment approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy. Aggressive use of anti-anxiety drugs may cause delayed reflexes, depressed alertness, slurred speech, and postural instability. Chronic or prolonged use of anxiolytics may lead to abuse or dependence and may induce withdrawal symptoms when abruptly stopped.

Top Resources on Anxiety Medications

• Anxiety Disorders Association of America: Medications For Anxiety Disorders
• Wikipedia: Anxiolytic
• The Merck Manuals: Anxiolytics and Sedatives
• Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine (via Healthline): Anxiolytics
• Women to Women: Anti-anxiety Medications
• HealthAtoZ: Antianxiety Medications
• DrugDigest: Drug Classes Used To Treat Anxiety
• Drugs.com: Miscellaneous Anxiolytics, Sedatives and Hypnotics
• AnxietyConnection.com: Anxiety Drug Information

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