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generalized anxiety disorder
noun
Definition of generalized anxiety disorder
: an anxiety disorder marked by chronic excessive anxiety and worry that is difficult to control, causes distress or impairment in daily functioning, and is accompanied by three or more associated symptoms (such as restlessness, irritability, poor concentration, and sleep disturbances) —abbreviation GAD
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First Known Use of generalized anxiety disorder
1978
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generalized anxiety disorder
noun
Medical Definition of generalized anxiety disorder
: an anxiety disorder marked by chronic excessive anxiety and worry that is difficult to control, causes distress or impairment in daily functioning, and is accompanied by three or more associated symptoms (as restlessness, irritability, poor concentration, and sleep disturbances)
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