Describe the Nature of the Debate Regarding the Long-Term Efficacy

question 5

Essay

Describe the nature of the debate regarding the long-term efficacy of benzodiazepines as anxiolytics.

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Definitions:

Conceal Frustration

The act of hiding or suppressing feelings of annoyance or upset often to maintain social harmony or professionalism.

Emotional Regulation

Refers to the process by which individuals influence their emotions, how they experience them, and how they express them.

Positive Affect

A psychological term referring to the dimensions of mood that range from pleasantness to unpleasantness, indicating how positive one's emotional state is.

Self-Esteem

The beliefs we have about our own worth following the self-evaluation process.