Common mistakes practitioners make in treating anxiety disorders include:
1. Switching medications after an 8- to 12-week trial
2. Maximizing dosing of antianxiety medications
3. Encouraging exercise and relaxation therapy before starting medication
4. Thinking a partial response to medication is acceptable
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