Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): More Than Just Worry
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a mental health condition characterized by persistent, excessive, and uncontrollable worry about everyday events. Unlike normal stress, which passes when a situation is resolved, GAD persists for months or years. In India, patients often describe this state as constant “ghabrahat” (unease) or “tension,” accompanied by physical symptoms like fatigue, muscle tightness, or gastric distress. Key Symptoms of GAD ** excessive worry** about work, health, family, or finances that is disproportionate to the actual [...]