Claire Weekes (1903–1990) was an Australian physician and author known for her work in anxiety disorders, particularly panic attacks and agoraphobia. She gained recognition for her innovative approach to understanding and treating anxiety, which emphasized the importance of acknowledging and accepting feelings rather than trying to fight them.
Her most influential book, "Self-Help for Your Nerves," outlines techniques for managing anxiety and panic, which focus on understanding the nature of anxiety and the body's stress responses. Weekes promoted the idea that fear itself perpetuates anxiety, and she emphasized the importance of facing fears gradually.
Claire Weekes' work has had a lasting impact on the field of psychology and self-help literature, and her methods continue to be referenced in contemporary approaches to anxiety management.
