Also Known As:
Anxiety Neurosis, Anxiety State, Anxiety
Reaction, Nervous Breakdown, Overanxious Disorder, Anxiousness Common Misspellings:
Anziety
Related Resources:
Anxiety and Panic Resources Anxiety Disorders - An Overview Elsewhere on the Web:
Clincal
Trials for Anxiety Disorders Anxiety
Disorders Association of America
Definition:
A disorder characterized by
generalized and persistent free-floating anxiety (anxiety not restricted
to any particular event or circumstance). The symptoms are variable, and
can include
muscule tension, continuous feelings of nervousness, trembling, sweating,
lightheadedness,
dizziness, palpitations, and G-I discomfort. A
variety of worries are often expressed, including the worry that the
sufferer or a relative will
have an accident or become ill. Sleep disturbance is common.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder is more common in women than men. One factor
in its development appears to be chronic stress. Its course varies, but tends to
be fluctuating and chronic.
Related Terms
• Social Phobia
• Panic Disorder
• Major Depression
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