Many people have more than one anxiety disorder.
Early identification and appropriate, effective treatment can enable most people who suffer from anxiety disorders and depression to stay on the job and remain productive during treatment. Knowing the facts about anxiety disorders and depression not only helps to overcome stigma, but can facilitate earlier intervention by helping individuals to identify a disorder and to realize that there are treatments available to help. The fact sheets were originally created for the White House Conference on Mental Health hosted on June 7, 1999. The fact sheets highlight advances in the treatment of mental illnesses and share information about anxiety disorders and depression uncovered by the NIMH in their research. Materials are mailed free of charge.