Effect of relaxation and CBT in reducing symptom of general anxiety disorder and stress

Pages: 382-386
Neda Karbalahei Hossein (Department of Psychology, North Campus, University of Delhi, Delhi)

This descriptive research aims at comparing the efficacy of the cognitive behavior therapy with relaxation therapy in reducing symptom of general anxiety disorder and stress. It is obvious that CBT and RT are so important in reducing the symptom of GND as well as stress. The main reasons of stress and general anxiety disorder are beliefs, perceptions, and attitudes. Further, irrational thoughts and CBT which are based on negative thoughts and beliefs can be effective in treatment of stress. This article seeks to concentrate and analyze the effectiveness of CBT and RT on the decreased symptom of GND and stress. In other word, there is a significant relationship between all these factors.