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GAD is constantly worrying about everyday issues and situations without being able to control them. GAD is diagnosed when a person’s worrying happens on most days for at least 6 months. It is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in the U.S.A. GAD is slow, typically starting in childhood or teenage years(Can still begin in adulthood). More common in people assigned female at birth and typically runs in the family. With GAD, it is also common to have other mental health conditions like depression.

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GAD is able to develop when a person isn’t able to cope with internal stress well, as a side effect of medicine/substance abuse, an increase in hormones, family/environmental stress, or chronic illness and disease.

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Most common symptoms of GAD are difficulty falling/staying asleep, trembling, twitching, tense muscles, headaches, grouchiness, sweating, hot flashes, lightheadedness, difficulty breathing, nausea, fatigue, trouble focusing, difficulty making decisions, not being able to concentrate, and being unable to relax.

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GAD can be treated through various methods. Medicine, counseling, relaxation methods, boosting coping skills(Typically with a therapist), and lifestyle changes(reducing stress in various ways, staying away from stimulating substances, quitting smoking/drinking) are all common ways people treat their GAD.

People diagnosed with panic disorder will have frequent and unexpected panic attacks, these attacks are characterized by sudden waves of fear/discomfort or feeling like losing control, even if there is no danger/trigger. It’s important to remember that not everyone who experiences a panic attack has this disorder!

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The most common symptoms are physical and can resemble a heart attack, trembling, tingling, rapid heartbeat, sweating, chills, difficulty breathing, weakness/dizziness, chest pain, and nausea. Non-physical symptoms are sudden and repeating panic attacks of overwhelming fear/anxiety, a feeling of being out of control, intense worry over when the next panic attack might happen, and avoidance/fear of places where panic attacks have previously occurred.

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It has been found that this disorder can be passed down in the family. Researchers have also found that parts of the brain and biological processes play a major part in fear and anxiety.

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Panic disorder is typically treaed with medication(Antidepressants, beta blockers, and anxiety meds) and psychotherapy(Also called talk therapy)

Social anxiety disorder is a common disorder in which a person has an intense, persistent fear of being watched and judged by others. It is found more often in females rather than males and typically develops in later childhood, is most commonly seen as extremely shy or avoidance of interaction with others. The fear can affect a multitude of settings(Work, School, as well as other daily activities). While this disorder can make things difficult, it is treatable.

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Someone may have social anxiety disorder due to inheriting it from family(Still learning if it is genetics or a learned behavior), the structure of the brain, or the environment the person grew up in. Risks that increase the chance of development: Family history, negative experiences with interaction, or appearance/condition that may draw attention.

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Symptoms are blushing, sweating, trembling, rapid heart rate, feeling of being sick, rigid body, quieter voice, avoidance of populated areas, difficulty making eye contact(with both people they know and those they don’t), self-consciousness.

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The best way of treating social anxiety disorder is getting help from a professional early on in development, keeping a journal to help keep track of what is stressing you during the day, setting priorities for the day, and not indulging in unhealthy substances.