When we begin to consider it a disease or an illness is when that anxiety is interfering with a person’s everyday functioning,” Dr.
“Everyone at some point or another in their life has anxiety or stress. It’s a normal part of our daily living. When we begin to consider it a disease or an illness is when that anxiety is interfering with a person’s everyday functioning,” Dr. Swantek said, noting “they’re having trouble leaving the house, they’re having trouble getting work done, participating in the activities they would normally want to participate.