mental health disorders
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Introduction
Generalized anxiety disorder consists of excessive nervousness and worry about a number of activities or events. People have anxiety more days than not over a period of 6 months or longer. The cause is unknown, although it commonly coexists in people who have Alcohol-related disorders , People are anxious and worried about a variety of issues, activities, and situations, not just one type. For this disorder to be diagnosed, several other symptoms (such as a tendency to tire easily, difficulty concentrating, and muscle tension) must accompany the anxiety. Treatment involves a combination of medications (usually antianxiety medications and sometimes antidepressants) and psychotherapy. Generalized anxiety disorder is a common type of Overview of Anxiety Disorders . About 3% of adults have it yearly. Women are twice as likely as men to have the disorder. The disorder more commonly begins in adulthood but may start at any age (see For most people, the disorder fluctuates, worsening at times (especially during times of stress), and persists over many years. 