generalized anxiety disorder affects the way a person thinks but the anxiety can lead to physical symptoms as well. symptoms of gad can include: excessive ongoing worry and tension. an unrealistic view of problems. restlessness or a feeling of being "edgy. " irritability. muscle tension. headaches. sweating. difficulty concentrating. nausea. the need to go to the bathroom frequently. tiredness. trouble falling or staying asleep. trembling. being easily startled. in addition people with gad often have other anxiety disorders (such as panic disorder obsessive-compulsive disorder and phobias ) suffer from depression and/or abuse drugs or alcohol.
what are the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (gad)?