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anxiety disorder

British

noun

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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“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

In generalized anxiety disorder, for instance, people may experience persistent worry about routine events and struggle to control their concerns.

From Science Daily • Dec. 4, 2025

From a diagnostic standpoint, it overlaps with obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder and trauma-related syndromes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 12, 2025

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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