How is generalized anxiety disorder diagnosed?
There is no test that can diagnose GAD. At first, your signs and symptoms may seem like you have a health problem. Caregivers may want you to have different tests. You have GAD if you have the following: • In the past six months, you are anxious and worried more often than not. • Have problems controlling worry. • Your anxiety and worry are linked with three or more of the following: • You are easily irritated. • You are restless, feel keyed up, or on edge. • You tire easily. • You have trouble focusing on a task or your mind goes blank. • You have problems falling asleep or staying asleep. • Your muscles feel tight. • Your anxiety and worry are not caused by another disorder, such as a panic disorder. • Your anxiety, worry, and physical symptoms cause problems in your daily activities, such as with family or work. • Your symptoms are not due to other problems. These problems include side effects of a medicine, substance abuse, or a health problem. How is generalized anxiety disorder t
