When to get professional help for severe anxiety

Georg Eifert, Ph.D., psychology professor at Chapman University, defines severe anxiety and explains when and how patients should seek treatment. Eifert is the author of several books on mental health, including The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety.Eifert is joined by Larry Santora, M.D., medical director of the Orange County Heart Institute and host of “Health Matters with Dr. Larry Santora” television series, which airs weekly on PBS OC. Visit www.drsantora.com.Produced by Chapman University’s Panther Productions, “Health Matters with Dr. Larry Santora” is sponsored by St. Joseph Health, St. Joseph Hospital, Biotronik, Churm Media, The Widdicombe Family, Medtronic, Weaver Health Solutions and Abbott Vascular. is