When Anxiety Emerges and Persists... When severe anxiety emerges and persists, our lives seem to take on a pervasive pall. We're convinced we'll never feel like ourselves again, that no one could understand what we're going through. Sometimes anxiety is milder, not so devastating, not so disabling, not so constant--but disturbing and bothersome nonetheless. -more-
 

Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Common and Quite CurableGeneralized anxiety disorder (GAD) is characterized by chronic worrying along with extreme tension, nervousness, edginess, and sleep problems. People suffering with GAD seem to always be tired, have trouble concentrating, and are at greater risk of depression and other anxiety disorders.  -more-
 

Families Can Help Their Kids Cope With Fear and AnxietyWhether tragic events touch your family personally or are brought into your home via newspapers and television, you can help children cope with the anxiety that violence, death and disasters can cause. -more-
 

Does This Sound Like You?Many times people think their feelings are unique, the product of their own lives and experiences. Read these brief descriptions of anxiety disorders. See if they sound like you. Many people share these patterns. You can begin to seek help to feel better. -more-
 

Answers to Many of Your Questions About Anxiety DisordersMost people experience feelings of anxiety before an important event such as a big exam, business presentation or first date. Anxiety disorders, however, are mental disorders that cause people to feel frightened, distressed and uneasy for no apparent reason. Left untreated, these disorders can dramatically reduce productivity and significantly diminish an individual's quality of life. Fortunately, there are effective treatments that can bring relief.  -more-