Chapter

Anxiety Disorders

From Health Education Health 100 Version 3 by Garrett Rieck, MA, ACSM-CPT & Justin Lundin, MA

Concepts

1. What are anxiety disorders?

   "Anxiety disorders involve persistent fearfulness or uncertainty that lasts at least six months and can worsen without treatment. They may occur alongside depression, substance abuse, or physical illn

2. What is panic disorder?

   "Panic disorder is characterized by sudden attacks of terror accompanied by symptoms such as a pounding heart, sweating, dizziness, nausea, chest pain, shortness of breath, and fear of losing control

3. What is obsessive-compulsive disorder?

   "Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves persistent, distressing thoughts and repetitive rituals used to reduce the anxiety those thoughts produce. Compulsions such as repeated hand washing, checking,

4. What is post-traumatic stress disorder?

   "Post-traumatic stress disorder can develop after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event involving physical harm or the threat of harm. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, emotional nu

5. What is generalized anxiety disorder?

   "Generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive worry about many everyday problems for at least six months. People may find it difficult to relax or concentrate and may experience fatigue, headaches,