7 types of anxiety disorders you need to know

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Generalized anxiety disorder, also known as GAD, is the most common among anxiety disorders to be diagnosed.

GAD is severe, ongoing anxiety that interferes with daily activities.

People with GAD suffer from intense and persistent worry. GAD can occur at any age.

The condition has symptoms similar to panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and other types of anxiety. These symptoms include constant worry, restlessness and trouble with concentration.

People with separation anxiety worry that something unexpected could separate them from their attachment figure, or that their attachment figure will abandon them.

Curious to learn more about the different types of anxiety?

Social anxiety, social phobia, selective mutism, panic disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress (PTSD) are all covered in this video.

Please do not use this video to self-diagnose. If you can relate to most of the signs, we advise you to go to a qualified medical health professional for a proper diagnosis.

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