Future directions in anxiety disorders: profiles and perspectives of leading contributors.

Eight of the most influential clinicians and researchers in the study and treatment of anxiety disorders were identified by polling professional members of the Anxiety Disorders Association of America. These eight individuals are (in alphabetical order): James C. Ballenger, David H. Barlow, Aaron T. Beck, David M. Clark, Edna B. Foa, Rick G. Heimberg, Donald F. Klein, and Isaac M. Marks. Each offered their thoughts on a set of questions concerning the current and future status of the anxiety disorders field. Profiles and perspectives of these individuals are presented.