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Antianxiety Medications

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Antianxiety medications, principally benzodiazepines, increase GABA activity and reduce arousal quickly.

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Symptom relief begins within an hour rather than over weeks.

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Tolerance and dependence develop with regular use, which is why long-term treatment usually favors other approaches.

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