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Article: Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders
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Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders
What Are Anxiety Disorders?
What Causes Anxiety Disorders?
What Are the Symptoms of Anxiety Disorders?
How Are Anxiety Disorders Diagnosed and Treated?
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Anxiety (ang-ZY-e-tee) is a feeling of fear, worry, or nervousness that occurs for no apparent reason. Anxiety disorders are conditions in which anxiety becomes so intense and long-lasting that it causes serious distress, and may lead to problems at home, school, or work
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Generalized anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Panic disorder
Phobias
Separation anxiety disorder
Anxiety Attack
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