Presentation
As a result, the clinical presentation can fluctuate in intensity. [flexikon.doccheck.com]
The anxiety and worry are associated with three (or more) of the following six symptoms (with at least some symptoms present for more days than not for the past 6 months; children do not need to meet as many criteria–only 1 is needed). [psychcentral.com]
Entire Body System
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Fatigue
Affected individuals experience inner unrest, are easily fatigued, irritable and have trouble concentrating. [flexikon.doccheck.com]
[…] aches and pains colon spasms Central Nervous System diarrhea and/or constipation apprehensive, aroused and vigilant cramp-like pains in the upper stomach feeling "on edge," impatient, or irritable Respiratory System insomnia hyperventilation symptoms fatigue [anxieties.com]
Symptoms include chronic, pervasive anxiety and worry accompanied by nonspecific physical and psychological symptoms (restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, muscle tension, or sleep disturbances). [annals.org]
Restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge Being easily fatigued Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank Irritability Muscle tension Sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless unsatisfying sleep) Additionally, the anxiety [psychcentral.com]
The anxiety is often accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms: Fatigue Irritability (a tendency to get angry easily) Sleeping difficulties Headaches Nausea Diarrhea Excessive sweating Trembling Restlessness (severe agitation) Heart palpitations [quebec.ca]
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Disability
Abstract Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a common and disabling illness that is often underdiagnosed and undertreated. Patients with GAD are at increased risk for suicide as well as cardiovascular-related events and death. [annals.org]
"Prevalence, correlates, co-morbidity, and comparative disability of DSM-IV generalized anxiety disorder in the USA: Results from the National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions". [en.wikipedia.org]
Gastrointestinal
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Nausea
The anxiety is often accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms: Fatigue Irritability (a tendency to get angry easily) Sleeping difficulties Headaches Nausea Diarrhea Excessive sweating Trembling Restlessness (severe agitation) Heart palpitations [quebec.ca]
Skin
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Sweating
Their worries are accompanied by physical symptoms, especially trembling, twitching, muscle tension, headaches, irritability, sweating, or hot flashes. They may feel lightheaded or out of breath. [psychcentral.com]
The anxiety is often accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms: Fatigue Irritability (a tendency to get angry easily) Sleeping difficulties Headaches Nausea Diarrhea Excessive sweating Trembling Restlessness (severe agitation) Heart palpitations [quebec.ca]
Neurologic
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Irritability
Their worries are accompanied by physical symptoms, especially trembling, twitching, muscle tension, headaches, irritability, sweating, or hot flashes. They may feel lightheaded or out of breath. [psychcentral.com]
Affected individuals experience inner unrest, are easily fatigued, irritable and have trouble concentrating. [flexikon.doccheck.com]
[…] tension headaches the gurgling sounds of gas in the intestines other aches and pains colon spasms Central Nervous System diarrhea and/or constipation apprehensive, aroused and vigilant cramp-like pains in the upper stomach feeling "on edge," impatient, or irritable [anxieties.com]
Symptoms include chronic, pervasive anxiety and worry accompanied by nonspecific physical and psychological symptoms (restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, muscle tension, or sleep disturbances). [annals.org]
The anxiety is often accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms: Fatigue Irritability (a tendency to get angry easily) Sleeping difficulties Headaches Nausea Diarrhea Excessive sweating Trembling Restlessness (severe agitation) Heart palpitations [quebec.ca]
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Headache
[…] difficulty maintaining an erection cold fingers Gastrointestinal System Musculoskeletal System dry mouth muscles tense difficulty swallowing involuntary trembling of the body "butterflies" in the stomach tension headaches the gurgling sounds of gas in [anxieties.com]
[…] anxiety about things before, during, and after they happen Excessive anxiety about safety and health, including the safety and health of loved ones Excessive anxiety about school that causes a child or teen to avoid going to school Frequent stomachaches, headaches [childrensnational.org]
Their worries are accompanied by physical symptoms, especially trembling, twitching, muscle tension, headaches, irritability, sweating, or hot flashes. They may feel lightheaded or out of breath. [psychcentral.com]
The anxiety is often accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms: Fatigue Irritability (a tendency to get angry easily) Sleeping difficulties Headaches Nausea Diarrhea Excessive sweating Trembling Restlessness (severe agitation) Heart palpitations [quebec.ca]
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Sleep Disturbance
Symptoms include chronic, pervasive anxiety and worry accompanied by nonspecific physical and psychological symptoms (restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, muscle tension, or sleep disturbances). [annals.org]
Restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge Being easily fatigued Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank Irritability Muscle tension Sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless unsatisfying sleep) Additionally, the anxiety [psychcentral.com]
Treatment
Treatment Generalized anxiety disorder is an illness that can be treated. There are known treatments available to treat this disorder. Treatments allow people affected to regain control of their lives and daily activities. [quebec.ca]
"Treatment of generalized anxiety disorder". Psychiatry. 6 (5): 183–187. doi : 10.1016/j.mppsy.2007.03.003. [en.wikipedia.org]
Treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder Following a full assessment, a member of the Children’s National care team will discuss treatment options with the child or teen and his or her family. [childrensnational.org]
CME Objective: To review current evidence for screening, diagnosis, treatment, and practice improvement of generalized anxiety disorder. Funding Source: American College of Physicians. Disclosures: Drs. [annals.org]
General Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder This criteria has been updated for the current DSM-5 (2013); diagnostic code 300.02. References American Psychiatric Association. (2013). [psychcentral.com]
Epidemiology
"The Epidemiology of Generalized Anxiety Disorder". Psychiatric Clinics of North America. 24 (1): 19–39. doi : 10.1016/S0193-953X(05)70204-5. PMID 11225507. a b c Craighead, W. Edward (2013). [en.wikipedia.org]
Avoiding driving a car Not answering the phone at times Frequent visits to the doctor Reassuring with the social environment that seems excessive 2.2 Frequent areas of fear Health Finances Work Family and social environment World affairs Relationships 3 Epidemiology [flexikon.doccheck.com]
Pathophysiology
Retrieved 2018-12-19. a b "Anxiety Disorders: Background, Anatomy, Pathophysiology". 1 December 2016 – via eMedicine. Kessler, Ronald C.; Chiu, WT; Demler, O; Merikangas, KR; Walters, EE (2005). [en.wikipedia.org]
Prevention
If you have suicidal thoughts and fear for your safety, or that of people around you, see the Preventing suicide page. You will find further information on help and resources available. [quebec.ca]
Allgulander C, Florea I, Huusom AK: Prevention of relapse in generalized anxiety disorder by escitalopram treatment. Int J Neuropsychopharmacol 2006; 9: 495–505. CrossRef MEDLINE e46. [aerzteblatt.de]