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Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the U.S. Individuals with these disorders experience excessive fear, anxiety, and related behaviors. Anxiety symptoms can worsen over time, impacting daily life. People with anxiety may avoid situations or triggers that make symptoms worse.
Anxiety disorders are a group of related conditions, each having unique symptoms.
Types of anxiety disorders include:
- Generalized anxiety disorder: Frequent and persistent anxiety that may last for months or even years
- Panic disorder: Experiencing panic attacks regularly (from a few times a day to a few times a year)
- Social anxiety disorder: Severe fear of social judgment that may cause avoidance of social situations
- Specific phobia: A severe fear of a particular object or situation (e.g., spiders, heights, or flying)
