Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. While occasional anxiety is a normal part of life, chronic anxiety can interfere with work, school, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Anxiety disorders are characterized by excessive, persistent fear or worry that is difficult to manage. Common types include Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Specific Phobias, and Separation Anxiety Disorder. Individuals may experience constant worry, intrusive thoughts, avoidance behaviors, or physical symptoms such as a racing heart, trembling, sweating, or shortness of breath.

Common signs include excessive worry or fear about everyday situations, restlessness or feeling on edge, fatigue and difficulty concentrating, irritability and muscle tension, sleep disturbances (difficulty falling or staying asleep), panic attacks (sudden, intense fear with physical symptoms), avoidance of social situations or specific triggers, and constant need for reassurance or overthinking.