People with GAD have excessive worry and anxiety for a number of events or activities for at least 6 months.
Anxiety and worry are associated with some of the symptoms:
- Restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge.
- Feels tired easily
- Reduced concentration/ mind going blank.
- Irritability.
- Muscle tension
- Sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep)
Reference: American Psychiatric Association, 2013