anxiety disorder

British  

noun

1. any of various mental disorders characterized by extreme anxiety and including panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder

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anxiety disorder

Anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorders, and phobias.

From Science Daily ● May 16, 2026

Some people have panic attacks as one-offs while others might have them as part of other mental health problems such as obsessive-compulsive disorder or generalised anxiety disorder.

From BBC ● Mar. 22, 2026

“I don’t drink coffee, but I like caffeine. And I like being able to make sure it’s the same amount because I have anxiety disorder and I know how much I can handle.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 18, 2026

Charlotte began therapy at her local mental health service before being admitted to an anxiety disorder residential unit in London.

From BBC ● Feb. 17, 2026

Gabriel said he had an anxiety disorder and the small environment was more comfortable for him, but Ethan never revealed his reasons.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson

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