Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, is when a person constantly worries about everything that goes on in his life.
Common things that GAD sufferers worry about are life, family, work, and health. The fears are often irrational, and are never likely to actually happen, but to sufferers it is all too real.
Their constant worrying can affect their entire lifestyles if they don’t seek help.
GAD sufferers don’t necessarily have to suffer panic attacks, but the constant worrying and fear do take a toll on the body, just as much as if they did.
Common things that GAD sufferers worry about are life, family, work, and health. The fears are often irrational, and are never likely to actually happen, but to sufferers it is all too real.
Their constant worrying can affect their entire lifestyles if they don’t seek help.
GAD sufferers don’t necessarily have to suffer panic attacks, but the constant worrying and fear do take a toll on the body, just as much as if they did.
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What causes GAD?
People who suffer from GAD tend to be more nervous types of people, but GAD can affect anyone of any age, race or sex. Again, much like most anxiety disorders, the actual cause is different for everyone, and anything can trigger it, depending of the person. What are the symptoms of GAD? Symptoms of GAD can include but are not limited to:
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How to handle GAD
GAD can be handled in numerous ways, which can use either a natural, complementary, alternate or conventional treatment. However because GAD is constant, unlike panic attacks, it is best to have some sort of coping skills or alleviation strategies in place for when it becomes too much to cope with.
Getting diagnosed with GAD
This needs to be done through a reputable therapist, and you can discuss with him/her your preferred course of treatment whether this be naturally or with the help of medication. They will also be able to teach you some coping skills.
GAD can be handled in numerous ways, which can use either a natural, complementary, alternate or conventional treatment. However because GAD is constant, unlike panic attacks, it is best to have some sort of coping skills or alleviation strategies in place for when it becomes too much to cope with.
Getting diagnosed with GAD
This needs to be done through a reputable therapist, and you can discuss with him/her your preferred course of treatment whether this be naturally or with the help of medication. They will also be able to teach you some coping skills.