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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Anxiety disorder | |||
| image = [[File:The_Scream.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = ''[[The Scream]]'' by [[Edvard Munch]], often used to represent anxiety | |||
| field = [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Excessive worry]], [[fear]], [[nervousness]], [[restlessness]], [[panic attacks]] | |||
| onset = [[Childhood]] or [[adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic]], [[environmental]], [[psychological]] factors | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[trauma]], [[stress]], [[substance abuse]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[DSM-5]] criteria | |||
| differential = [[Depression]], [[bipolar disorder]], [[thyroid disorders]], [[heart disease]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[medication]], [[lifestyle changes]] | |||
| medication = [[Antidepressants]], [[anxiolytics]], [[beta blockers]] | |||
| frequency = Common; affects millions worldwide | |||
| deaths = Rare, but can lead to [[suicide]] if untreated | |||
}} | |||
{{DISPLAYTITLE:Anxiety Disorder}} | {{DISPLAYTITLE:Anxiety Disorder}} | ||
== Anxiety Disorder == | == Anxiety Disorder == | ||
[[File:The_Scream.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''The Scream'' by Edvard Munch, often associated with feelings of anxiety.]] | [[File:The_Scream.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''The Scream'' by Edvard Munch, often associated with feelings of anxiety.]] | ||
Anxiety disorders are a group of [[mental health]] disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear. Anxiety is a worry about future events, and fear is a reaction to current events. These feelings may cause physical symptoms, such as a fast heart rate and shakiness. | Anxiety disorders are a group of [[mental health]] disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear. Anxiety is a worry about future events, and fear is a reaction to current events. These feelings may cause physical symptoms, such as a fast heart rate and shakiness. | ||
== Types of Anxiety Disorders == | == Types of Anxiety Disorders == | ||
Anxiety disorders include: | Anxiety disorders include: | ||
* [[Generalized anxiety disorder]] (GAD) | * [[Generalized anxiety disorder]] (GAD) | ||
* [[Panic disorder]] | * [[Panic disorder]] | ||
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* [[Agoraphobia]] | * [[Agoraphobia]] | ||
* [[Separation anxiety disorder]] | * [[Separation anxiety disorder]] | ||
Each type of anxiety disorder has its own unique set of symptoms, but all are characterized by excessive fear or worry. | Each type of anxiety disorder has its own unique set of symptoms, but all are characterized by excessive fear or worry. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Common symptoms of anxiety disorders include: | Common symptoms of anxiety disorders include: | ||
* Feeling nervous, restless, or tense | * Feeling nervous, restless, or tense | ||
* Having a sense of impending danger, panic, or doom | * Having a sense of impending danger, panic, or doom | ||
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* Feeling weak or tired | * Feeling weak or tired | ||
* Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry | * Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of anxiety disorders is unknown, but they are likely a combination of genetic, environmental, psychological, and developmental factors. Risk factors include: | The exact cause of anxiety disorders is unknown, but they are likely a combination of genetic, environmental, psychological, and developmental factors. Risk factors include: | ||
* Trauma | * Trauma | ||
* Stress due to an illness | * Stress due to an illness | ||
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* Having blood relatives with an anxiety disorder | * Having blood relatives with an anxiety disorder | ||
* Drugs or alcohol | * Drugs or alcohol | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of anxiety disorders involves a physical exam, mental health evaluation, and psychological questionnaires. Healthcare providers may use the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM-5) criteria to diagnose anxiety disorders. | Diagnosis of anxiety disorders involves a physical exam, mental health evaluation, and psychological questionnaires. Healthcare providers may use the [[Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders]] (DSM-5) criteria to diagnose anxiety disorders. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for anxiety disorders often includes a combination of therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes. Common treatments include: | Treatment for anxiety disorders often includes a combination of therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes. Common treatments include: | ||
* [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) | * [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]] (CBT) | ||
* [[Antidepressants]] | * [[Antidepressants]] | ||
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* [[Beta-blockers]] | * [[Beta-blockers]] | ||
* [[Lifestyle changes]] such as regular exercise, healthy diet, and adequate sleep | * [[Lifestyle changes]] such as regular exercise, healthy diet, and adequate sleep | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
With proper treatment, many people with anxiety disorders can manage their symptoms and lead normal, fulfilling lives. However, some may experience chronic anxiety that requires ongoing treatment. | With proper treatment, many people with anxiety disorders can manage their symptoms and lead normal, fulfilling lives. However, some may experience chronic anxiety that requires ongoing treatment. | ||
== Related Pages == | == Related Pages == | ||
* [[Mental health]] | * [[Mental health]] | ||
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* [[Stress (biology)]] | * [[Stress (biology)]] | ||
* [[Psychotherapy]] | * [[Psychotherapy]] | ||
[[Category:Mental disorders]] | [[Category:Mental disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Anxiety disorders]] | [[Category:Anxiety disorders]] | ||
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| Anxiety disorder | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Excessive worry, fear, nervousness, restlessness, panic attacks |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Childhood or adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic, environmental, psychological factors |
| Risks | Family history, trauma, stress, substance abuse |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, DSM-5 criteria |
| Differential diagnosis | Depression, bipolar disorder, thyroid disorders, heart disease |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, lifestyle changes |
| Medication | Antidepressants, anxiolytics, beta blockers |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common; affects millions worldwide |
| Deaths | Rare, but can lead to suicide if untreated |
Anxiety Disorder[edit]
Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear. Anxiety is a worry about future events, and fear is a reaction to current events. These feelings may cause physical symptoms, such as a fast heart rate and shakiness.
Types of Anxiety Disorders[edit]
Anxiety disorders include:
- Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
- Panic disorder
- Social anxiety disorder (SAD)
- Specific phobias
- Agoraphobia
- Separation anxiety disorder
Each type of anxiety disorder has its own unique set of symptoms, but all are characterized by excessive fear or worry.
Symptoms[edit]
Common symptoms of anxiety disorders include:
- Feeling nervous, restless, or tense
- Having a sense of impending danger, panic, or doom
- Increased heart rate
- Rapid breathing (hyperventilation)
- Sweating
- Trembling
- Feeling weak or tired
- Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of anxiety disorders is unknown, but they are likely a combination of genetic, environmental, psychological, and developmental factors. Risk factors include:
- Trauma
- Stress due to an illness
- Stress buildup
- Personality
- Other mental health disorders
- Having blood relatives with an anxiety disorder
- Drugs or alcohol
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of anxiety disorders involves a physical exam, mental health evaluation, and psychological questionnaires. Healthcare providers may use the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) criteria to diagnose anxiety disorders.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for anxiety disorders often includes a combination of therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes. Common treatments include:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Antidepressants
- Anti-anxiety medications
- Beta-blockers
- Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, healthy diet, and adequate sleep
Prognosis[edit]
With proper treatment, many people with anxiety disorders can manage their symptoms and lead normal, fulfilling lives. However, some may experience chronic anxiety that requires ongoing treatment.
