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Medical Management for Anxiety: Finding Calm Through Evidence-Based Care in Bel Air, MD
- Dr Titilayo Akinsola
- Sep 18
- 2 min read
Anxiety isn’t just “worrying too much.” For many, it feels like being trapped in constant overdrive racing thoughts, a pounding heart, restlessness, and the inability to relax even when life is calm. When anxiety becomes overwhelming or interferes with work, school, or relationships, medical management may be the missing piece.
At Favor Mental Health in Bel Air, MD, we help patients move beyond short-term coping strategies and find lasting relief through safe, evidence-based treatments tailored to their needs.
Why Anxiety Requires Medical Treatment
Anxiety disorders often involve an overactive nervous system and imbalances in brain chemicals like serotonin, norepinephrine, and GABA. Left untreated, anxiety can:
Intensify over time, leading to panic attacks or depression.
Cause physical symptoms like insomnia, headaches, and stomach problems.
Interfere with concentration, decision-making, and relationships.
Medical management addresses the root causes, not just the symptoms.
Common Medications for Anxiety
At Favor Mental Health, we consider the type of anxiety disorder, your medical history, and lifestyle when choosing treatment. Options may include:
SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors): Often first-line treatment, effective for generalized anxiety and panic disorder.
SNRIs (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors): Helpful when anxiety coexists with chronic pain or depression.
Benzodiazepines (short-term use): May be used carefully for rapid relief of acute anxiety or panic.
Buspirone: A non-addictive option for generalized anxiety.
Beta-blockers: Useful for performance anxiety, reducing physical symptoms like shaking or rapid heartbeat.
Each treatment plan is personalized and closely monitored to balance effectiveness with safety.
What Patients in Bel Air Often Tell Us
We often hear:“I thought I just had to live with it. But after the right medication, my chest doesn’t feel tight all the time, and I can finally breathe again.”
This transformation is possible when anxiety is treated as a medical condition, not just a personality trait.
The Favor Mental Health Approach
When you come in for anxiety management, you can expect:
A comprehensive evaluation of your symptoms, history, and triggers.
Discussion of both short-term relief and long-term management strategies.
A personalized medication plan, adjusted based on your progress.
Confidential and compassionate care, so you can be honest about your struggles.
Why Choose Favor Mental Health in Bel Air, MD?
17+ years of psychiatric expertise in anxiety and related conditions.
Focused on medication management, with thoughtful use of therapy when needed.
Local, confidential, and accessible care right here in Harford County.
Patient-centered philosophy — we listen and adapt treatment to your life.
Take Back Control from Anxiety
You don’t have to live in constant fight-or-flight mode. With the right treatment, anxiety becomes manageable, giving you the freedom to focus on what truly matters.
Call Favor Mental Health in Bel Air, MD today to schedule your confidential evaluation and start your path to calm and clarity.
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