How long does an anxiety disorder last?

Most people with generalized anxiety disorder have felt nervous or anxious as long as they can remember. ... Some problems such as hyperthyroidism can cause generalized anxiety symptoms. ... You must feel worried and stressed about many things almost every day, and these feelings must last for at least 6 months. read more

Generalized anxiety disorder also has been diagnosed in young children, teenagers and elderly people. The illness is the most common anxiety disorder affecting people age 65 and older. Of all psychiatric illnesses, generalized anxiety disorder is the least likely to occur alone. read more

I don't really suffer from panic attacks, or general anxiety disorder, but when I experience a severely anxious event, it can cause severe stomach problems that can sometimes last for months. And the stomach issues continue on long after the trigger of the anxiety is removed from my life/mind. read more

What im really struggling with right now is driving and being able to last inside a grocery store. I get panick attacks but don't worry don't be scare the more that you are scare and you try to protect yourself the more it's gonnah get to you. read more