Anxiety Disorders Flashcards
1
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How long must symtpoms of anxiety carry on for to obtain a GAD diagnosis?
A
6 months at least, occurring more days that not
2
Q
What are the symtoms of GAD
A
restlessness/ on edge
easily fatigued
Sleep disturbances
Difficulty concentrating
Irritability
Muscle tension
3
Q
What is the key difference between a panic attack and a panic disorder?
A
Panic disorder becomes about the fear of the panic attack itself- anxiety about having another panic attack
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