We all have worries about certain things in life and this is perfectly normal. But for some people this worry can become overwhelming. If you feel that your worry or anxiety is becoming part of who you are and is beginning to have a negative impact on your everyday life, you may need help.
Frequent feelings of stress and worry may be a sign that someone is suffering from Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD). GAD is characterised by a feeling of persistent nervousness or anxiety that does not specifically apply to any particular circumstances.
Individuals suffering from GAD will experience persistent and excessive worries about a variety of different situations or events, including world events; the safety of their family or loved ones; their future; their health; and concerns that their worry is out of control or that they may be going mad.
Many of the symptoms of GAD are: