Experiences with

Anxiety

Symptoms of generalised anxiety disorder vary from person to person, but include constant worrying, a sense of dread and difficulty concentrating.

Things like exercising more and drinking less alcohol can help with generalised anxiety disorder. Treatments include talking therapies and medicines.

Symptoms of generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)

GAD can cause both psychological (mental) and physical symptoms.

These vary from person to person, but can include:

How generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is treated

GAD can have a significant effect on your daily life, but several different treatments are available that can ease your symptoms.

These include:

With treatment, many people are able to control their anxiety levels. But some treatments may need to be continued for a long time and there may be periods when your symptoms worsen.

Self-help for generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)

There are also many things you can do yourself to help reduce your anxiety, such as: 

  • going on a self-help course
  • exercising regularly
  • stopping smoking
  • cutting down on the amount of alcohol and caffeine you drink

Related links

Generalised anxiety disorder in adults

Overview - Generalised anxiety disorder in adults

Symptoms - Generalised anxiety disorder in adults

Diagnosis - Generalised anxiety disorder in adults

Treatment - Generalised anxiety disorder in adults

Self-help - Generalised anxiety disorder in adults

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