OUTLINE

Introduction

Symptoms of anxiety

Diagnostic criteria for GAD

Treatment of GAD

Psychological intervention

Social intervention

Conclusion

References

INTRODUCTION

Oxford Dictionary of English defined “anxiety” as a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

GAD- “Excessive worry” (Generalized, free- floating, persistent anxiety).

A feeling of apprehension about everyday events/problems, with symptoms of muscle and psychic tension.

Causing significant distress/functional impairment. It is continuous, although it may fluctuate in intensity.