Definition
Persistent worry with physiological arousal and difficulty controlling concerns.
Common Signs
Restlessness, muscle tension, sleep disruption and concentration difficulties.
Professional Perspective
Clinical review is needed when symptoms impair daily functioning.
Support Overview
Psychotherapy and psychiatric follow-up are planned together when needed.
Same Letter Terms
Agoraphobia
Agoraphobia centers on avoiding places that feel hard to escape; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, and functional impact…
Separation Anxiety Disorder
Separation Anxiety Disorder catastrophic expectations around separation may dominate; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, …
Acute Stress Disorder
Acute Stress Disorder acute post-traumatic stress reactions are reviewed; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, and function…
Anorexia Nervosa
Anorexia Nervosa weight, food, and control themes carry high risk; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, and functional impa…
Hypersomnolence Disorder
Hypersomnolence Disorder sleepiness persists despite long sleep; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, and functional impact…
Intermittent Explosive Disorder
Intermittent Explosive Disorder impulsive anger outbursts are central; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, and functional …
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Antisocial Personality Disorder impulsivity and harmful behavior need careful review; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, …
Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol Use Disorder loss of control and continued use despite harm are central; assessment therefore looks at duration, severity, co-occurring symptoms, and f…
Related Topic Clusters
Anxiety Management
Coping methods for anxiety and stress symptoms.
Related Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy offers a structured space to work through anxiety, emotional overload, persistent stress, repeating thought loops, relationship strain, and …