5 Differences Between Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Anxiety

Differentiating between normal anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can be tricky. How do you know, especially if you are a little more anxious than others, whether or not your anxiety is significant enough to qualify as a disorder?

#anxiety #generalizedanxietydisorder #gad

Disclaimer: This video is not meant to be a diagnostic tool. If you notice you have symptoms of anxiety, it's best to contact a professional.

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Writer: Rose Karoki
Script Editor: Rida Batool & Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
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[Lilian_Blue]

Anxiety is totally normal! GAD is a diagnosis and a living hell...

[glowingglowstick]

When you send a text and they haven’t responded so you just sit there like, they hate me just secretly and I’m a burden to everyone I have ever known.

[narutogoldylocks]

Living with GAD has honestly been one of if not THE most debilitating thing in my life. It causes me to procrastinate on or completely put off projects, not go to social events, avoid hanging out with friends, not go after things I want in life bc of the overwhelming fear that I will fail. GAD is a terrible disorder. And I wish I didn't have it.

[chibikat_]

The girl who does the voiceovers has such a pretty, calming voice. 😌 Her voice reminds me of Michelle Phan. I wish my voice was as calming. 💖

[lenadown]

I was actually so happy when they closed schools a month ago because my mental health was really bad and now there are online classes which I skip because being there gives me anxiety and my classmates and teachers think I'm just lazy or rude.. I haven't been diagnosed with anything yet, I'm planning to go to psychologist but in my country it's quite expensive. I've been planning to. go for 4 years because I've felt NOT good for 4 years now..

[justabunneh]

Avoidance makes sense to me. That's been my whole life, I'm 27 and still avoid any relationships or putting myself out there.

[KimberLeeIacona]

I was diagnosed with GAD and depression when I was 17 years old. Some days are better than others. There are rough days too, but it isn’t a sign of weakness. Sending lots of love and strength your way. ❤️

[PowerMatrixAnime]

Anxiety is related to anxiety provoking situations which is quite normal. GAD is the anxiety you experience when you have an intellectual crush on GAD SAAD. Joking aside, GAD is quite serious and tend to be described as worrying about everything all the time.

[racheldama]

I was diagnosed with GAD a couple years ago. It’s rough, but my God helps me to get through it.

[BrainsApplied]

*I don't want to be annoying, but you know that you've already reached more than 3 million subscribers, right?*

[ashemolen]

I have GAD, depression, and ADHD. It can make life super hard and basically hell. But right now I’m doing ok. After my hospital visit last September I worked really hard in therapy to get where I am today. I still have bad days and slip ups especially with anxiety but I take it day by day! You’ve got this! Much love to you all.❤️

[wmdkitty]

Okay, but literally EVERYTHING makes me anxious... including being anxious.

[azzy]

Im diagnosed with GAD but people only know i have anxiety

[baybaywolf]

I was diagnosed with severe GAD as a child that still affects me today no joke I can’t even do laundry without it zapping all my energy for the day because of the amount of shut downs I have while doing it my laundry basket is overflowing and I know I need to do it but it’s just so Terrifying I just want a good day

[TimKleiner]

I have the same experience with anxiety, depression,
PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean
today.

[ned]

someone already disliked when the video was released 2 minutes ago. I-

[KiSwitchYT]

Hey if anyone need to talk, has anxiety or is overthinking I’m here, just know u are loved.. and if ur an over thinker like me lmk I have a few tips on how to stop overthinking and to reduce anxiety

[mariahmichelle]

Anxiety is something everyone will experience at least once in their life, however GAD is a diagnosed disorder that i doubt anyone wants to experience

[redcontieroperator]

Have GAD SAD And ADHD it is absolute hell.

[beau]

I'm pretty sure school may increase anxiety.