Anxiety Disorders are the most common psychological disorders in the U.S. with
19.1 million (13.3%) of the adult population (ages 18-54) affected. 

 

 

Anxiety Disorders include:
 

Panic Disorder

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Phobias (e.g., lizards, heights, flying)

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

 
All five Anxiety Disorders can cause overwhelming and persistent anxiety, fear, and interfere with daily living. 
Anxiety Disorders often include symptoms such as the following:
 

Restlessness, feeling “keyed up” or “on edge”

Becoming easily fatigued

Trouble concentrating (or mind “going blank”)

Irritability

Muscle tension, aches, or soreness

Trouble falling or staying asleep, or unsatisfying sleep

Excessive worry or obsessions

Heart racing

Trembling

 
Women are 2 times as likely to be affected than men. Additionally, people with Anxiety Disorders often suffer from other mental health problems, such as depression and alcohol or drug abuse.