The Anxiolytic Effects of Strength and Good Company

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During this session, the speaker will review the general operation of the septohipoocampus/behavioral inhibition system as it pertains to appropriate versus pathologic anxiety. The speaker will then use that background knowledge to discuss two specific interventions that care regulate anxiety, physical training, and the maintenance of one's social network.

Objectives:

• Discuss the general operation of behavioral inhibition system (BIS) and threat detection
• Recontextualize normal and pathologic anxiety within the context of the BIS
• Review the evidence for how general physical preparedness/perceived strength can regulate anxiety
• Review the evidence for how the quality of social relationship can regulate anxiety

Statement of Accreditation
The Texas Osteopathic Medical Association (TOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. TOMA designates is program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A credit and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.

Grievance Policy
All grievances may be directed to TOMA's Executive Director at toma@txosteo.org. All grievances will receive an initial response within 30 days of receipt.  If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.