The aim of this study was to review emerging evidence of novel treatments for anxiety disorders. We searched PubMed and EMBASE for evidence-based therapeutic alternatives for anxiety disorders in adults, covering the past five years. Eligible articles were systematic reviews (with or without meta-analysis), which evaluated treatment effectiveness of either nonbiological or biological interventions for anxiety d...
A clinical case-report is presented to discuss the evolution of the mixed state concept and the limitations faced on its clinical management. It is emphasized the role of electroconvulsive therapy on this case. The following data were obtained by patient and family interview as well as medical notes.; A partir de um relato de caso, os autores discutem a evolução histórica do conceito de estado-misto. Objetiva-s...