8% of the current population suffers from General Anxiety Disorder[1].
Are you one of them? General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a condition that goes beyond the regular stress of everyday life. But how many of us know what GAD is?
Typically, GAD is a condition marked by excessive fear, dread and uneasiness which lasts for six months or longer. The symptoms of GAD include feeling restless, tired and irritable, muscle tension, not being able to concentrate or sleep well, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, sweating, and dizziness.
Here is a whitepaper through which you can learn,
1. The statistics of the Indian scenario based on the research available.
2. The disparity in the urban and rural population statistics.
3. Treatment available for GAD, broadly categorized into 3 subtopics:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy
- Exposure therapy clubbed with systematic desensitization
4. Expert opinion on GAD and what can be done about it.
To learn more about the Indian scenario and the treatment methods on GAD, you can download the whitepaper here.
[1] An overview of Indian research in anxiety disorders
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