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Prevalence
About 4% of the worldwide population.
1 in every 5 adults.
More prevalent in women than men.
Who Gets It?
People under constant fear or worry.
Abuse victims, those who lost loved ones, introverts.
Symptoms
Trouble concentrating, irritability, restlessness.
Nausea, heart palpitations, trouble sleeping.
Sense of impending danger or panic.
Subjective Experience
Difficulty with daily activities, fear of common habits.
Unexpected anxiety in social situations.
Etiology
Stress, physical conditions, genetics, environmental factors.
Treatment
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) most effective.
Other methods: mindfulness, relaxation, medication.
