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Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is probably the most misunderstood anxiety disorder. People cannot understand how someone would be disabled or, at the very least, would suffer from chronic worry. You're not alone. Support and treatments are available.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder at About.com
Information, support, and news on all aspects of GAD and its treatments from Dr. William Meek, a post-doctoral fellow at the University of Delaware Center for Counseling and Student Development. Dr. Meek provides information on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, along with help for friends and family. A supportive Forum also is available.
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Some anxiety is normal. Chronic, exaggerated worry is not. Everyone experiences some anxiety even on a daily basis. People with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) experience constant anxiety which often has no apparent cause. Learn more about GAD and what you can do about it. From your About Guide.
Quiz - Do I Have Generalized Anxiety Disorder - GAD ?
Are you wondering if you have the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder or GAD? This quiz is designed to help you learn about the symptoms of GAD and whether or not you have been experiencing them.
Suffering Needlessly
The majority of adult Americans with depression and/or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) have never received professional diagnosis or treatment, according to a new survey from the National Mental Health Association (NMHA). Many of those who do receive treatment feel ashamed about their conditions and do not have positive expectations about treatment results. June 2001
Venlafaxine Provides Long-Term Relief for GAD
Generalized anxiety disorder affects about 4 million American adults each year, according to the NIMH. The symptoms of GAD can be debilitating, and people with GAD often have other conditions as well. Researchers have found that venlafaxine provides long-term relief for people struggling with GAD. From your About Guide. 07/09/01

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