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Anxiety
Anxiety is defined as the constant, excessive and persistent fear of everyday situations. This feeling of dread and uneasiness may cause you to sweat, feel restless and tense and have a rapid heartbeat.
It is normal to feel anxious sometimes, especially if your life is stressful. But, excessive, ongoing anxiety and worry that become difficult to control and interrupt daily function may be sign of Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
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Common
Symptoms of
Anxiety Disorder
• A churning feeling in your stomach
• Feeling restless or unable to sit still
• Headaches, backache or other aches
• Faster breathing
• A fast, thumping or irregular heartbeat
• Sweating or hot flushes
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder? (GAD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder is excessive,
on going anxiety and worry that can interfere
with your daily activities. It is a long term condition
How is it Diagnosed?
Generalized Anxiety Disorder is when you worry constantly and cannot control the worrying. Healthcare providers diagnose GAD when your worrying happens on most days for at least 6 months.
Different types of
Anxiety Disorders
• Panic Disorders
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Social Anxiety Disorders
How is it treated?
Two main treatments for GAD is psychotherapy and medication. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a way to rewire your thinking to approach your triggers differently. A range of medications from, SSRIs,
Anxiolytic and Antidepressants are used.
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How bad can Generalized Anxiety Disorder get?
GAD can lead to or worsen other physical health conditions, like Digestive or bowel problems such as irritable bowel syndrome and illness (IBS), headaches and migranes, chronic pain.
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Does Generalized Anxiety Disorder ever go away?
The outlook for GAD can differ depending on the severity. In some cases it is a long-term (chronic) and difficult to treat.
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What happens if GAD is left untreated?
GAD may result in significant social, academic and familial impairment. If left untreated, the disorder may be chronic and the base of adulthood anxiety and depression.
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Is GAD considered a serious mental illness?
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a serious mental illness and is listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders ,Fifth Edition (DSM-5).