Difference between GAD and Panic

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Difference between Panic Disorder and Generalized
Anxiety Disorder
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Panic Disorder
Panic Disorder is a type of Anxiety disorder that
occurs when the repeated episodes of extreme
panic are experienced by a person. There are some
strong panic attacks that can emotionally cripple
a person. Panic attacks can last from seconds to
minutes and can give paralyzing aftershocks.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Generalized Anxiety Disorder is a type of ongoing
anxiety that is not related to any particular
circumstance, situation or event.
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Symptoms of GAD and Panic Disorder
Panic Disorder-
GAD-

• Trembling
• Dry Mouth
• Muscle Tension
• Rapid Heartbeat
• Shortness of Breath
• Dizziness
• Irritability
• Nausea
• Inability to concentrate

• Rapid Pulse
• Sweating
• Chest Pain
• Feeling of unreality
• Shortness of Breath
• Dizziness
• Shaking
• Nausea
• Pounding heartbeat

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Treatments of GAD and Panic Disorder

• Learn various ways of relaxing
• Exercise on a regular basis
• Try to avoid Caffeine
• Fully avoid illegal drugs and alcohol
• Take anti-anxiety medications
• Tackle the things that made you anxious in the
  past

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