This volume investigates the clinical classification, etiology, and treatment modalities associated with the spectrum of anxiety disorders. Cynthia G. Last, a recognized authority in clinical psychology, synthesizes empirical research and diagnostic criteria to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding these conditions. The text serves as a technical resource for practitioners and students, mapping the transition from theoretical models to evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

The subject matter points to a dense, specialist text intended for clinical practitioners and academic researchers in the field of psychology. It provides a structured overview of the diagnostic and treatment landscape as it existed during the late 20th century.