Overview:
An anxiety disorder is when someone worries a lot more than usual, making it hard to do everyday things.
Symptoms:
People with anxiety might:
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Worry a lot
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Feel nervous or restless, on edge
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Have trouble sleeping
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Experience physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat or sweating
Diagnosis:
Doctors look at how anxiety affects a person's life to diagnose an anxiety disorder.
For more information about anxiety disorders, please see our detailed anxiety page.
