Anxiety Disorders

During stressful or threatning situations, some may feel anxious and tense. Feelings of this type are normal in response to stress. Anxiety by definition is a state of apprehension, tension, and worry. An anxiety disorder is characterized by strong anxiety or by maladaptive behavior that is intended to relieve someone from the pressure. This includes generalized anxieties and panic disorders as well as phobias and obsessive-compulsive disorders. A person who suffers from generalized anxiety disorder …

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