• what is the current theory for the pathophysiology of Anxiety

4 examples of neurotransmitters dysregulation which contribute to anxiety

Serotonergic system - low

(low serotonin)

Noradreneric system - high

(high amounts of noradrenaline)

Gamma-aminobutyric system (GABA) - dysregulation

(dysregulation of GABA)

Cortico-steroid regulation

(high levels of cortisol)

(leading to hippocampal reduction)

• What is the test used to diagnose anxiety in an individual