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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
We all worry sometimes about stressful things in life. But if you have this disorder, you have extreme, chronic anxiety. You can't control it. You worry about things even when you know you shouldn't. This can make it hard for you to relax and feel happy.
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Panic Attack
This is an intense feeling of fear and anxiety. It overwhelms you. It can happen without warning, and you may have no idea why it's happening. A panic attack isn't harmful, but it is a very unpleasant experience.
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Panic Disorder
This is an anxiety disorder. With it, you have feelings of fear that overwhelm you. We call these "panic attacks." If you have panic disorder, you have these attacks repeatedly and at unpredictable times. They can happen without any warning. They can happen even when you don't know what is causing your fear.
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Phobia (Specific)
This is an anxiety disorder. It's a fear of a specific object, place or situation. If you have a specific phobia, you feel an overwhelming sense of fear of that specific thing, even when you know there is little or no real danger. We call this an "irrational" fear. But even if you know your fear is irrational, you still feel like you can't control it.
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Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia)
This is a mental health condition. It's a fear that other people are watching you and judging you. This fear is intense and constant. It can make it hard for you to interact with others.