| The
essential characteristic of Generalized
Anxiety Disorder is excessive uncontrollable
worry about everyday things. This
constant worry affects daily functioning
and can cause physical symptoms.
GAD can occur with other anxiety
disorders, depressive disorders,
or substance abuse. GAD is often
difficult to diagnose because it
lacks some of the dramatic symptoms,
such as unprovoked Panic Attacks,
that are seen with other anxiety
disorders; for a diagnosis to be
made, worry must be present more
days than not for at least 6 months.
The
focus of GAD worry can shift, usually
focusing on issues like job, finances,
health of both self and family;
but it can also include more mundane
issues such as, chores, car repairs
and being late for appointments.
The intensity, duration and frequency
of the worry are disproportionate
to the issue and interferes with
the sufferer's performance of tasks
and ability to concentrate. Physical
symptoms include:
- Muscle tension;
- Sweating;
- Nausea;
- Cold, clammy
hands;
- Difficulty swallowing;
- Jumpiness
- Gastrointestinal
discomfort or diarrhea;
Sufferers
tend to be irritable and complain
about feeling on edge, are easily
tired and have trouble sleeping.
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