Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Chronic, excessive worry regarding daily activities, accompanied by muscle tension and restlessness.
Clinical Overview & Pathology
Generalized Anxiety Disorder involves ongoing anxiety that is disproportionate to the actual circumstances, causing significant functional impairment.
Etiology & Contributing Factors
Interaction of brain chemistry, family history, and prolonged high-stress environments.
Evidence-Based Treatments & Therapies
Frequently Asked Clinical Questions
How is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) diagnosed in clinical practice?
Diagnosis involves a structured psychiatric evaluation, comprehensive symptom assessment, and medical history review by a licensed clinician.
Can Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) be treated with online video consultations?
Yes, Revive Healthcare provides secure, end-to-end encrypted telehealth consultations for psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy sessions, and electronic prescriptions.
When should I seek immediate medical attention?
If symptoms severely impair daily functioning, cause extreme distress, or involve thoughts of self-harm, please contact our emergency helpline or seek immediate in-person psychiatric care.
Key Symptoms & Warning Signs
- Restlessness or feeling on edge
- Easily fatigued
- Difficulty concentrating
- Muscle tension and headaches
- Sleep disturbance
Consult a Senior Specialist
Book a direct in-person visit at our clinic or an encrypted video consultation from anywhere in Pakistan.
Treating Doctors & Specialists
Licensed psychiatric and psychological specialists available for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Prof. Muhammad Shoaib
0 Years+
5.0 (New)
1,000+
"Bringing expert clinical care and specialized treatment strategies to Revive Healthcare, dedicated to patient well-being and recovery."
Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar
MBBS, FCPS (Psychiatry), Certified Addiction Specialist
18 Years+
5.0 (New)
1,000+
"Dr. Shoaib Zafar is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist and Addiction Specialist with over 18 years of clinical experience in mental health, rehabilitation, and psychiatric care."
22 Years+
5.0 (New)
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5.0 (New)
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