Anxiety related symptoms are among the most common behavioral health symptoms experienced by individuals who are incarcerated. This presentation will explore the distinction between temporary reactions related to an individual's incarceration experience and symptoms that rise to a clinically significant impairment in functioning. Therapeutic and pharmacological interventions for anxiety and panic symptoms will be discussed for anxiety symptoms at all levels.

Educational Objectives

• Differentiate between various DSM-5 anxiety based disorders
• Recognize unique correctional factors that contribute to anxiety symptoms
• Create collaborative programming efforts to reduce anxiety triggers and symptoms