If this sounds like you, you are not alone. Approximately 5% of the population will experience GAD during their lifetime.

GAD can disrupt daily life. When your worries are out of control, it can be difficult to focus on your job, schoolwork, household chores and even your friends and loved ones. GAD can also cause you to lose sleep at night, leaving you feeling tired and fatigued during the day. Even when you are supposed to be on vacation or doing something fun, you still find it nearly impossible to relax. No matter how many times people tell you not to worry, you just can’t seem to stop your mind. There is an end to your worries. SPRI is currently researching innovative medications to help ease your anxiety.

It can be tough when a friend or loved one suffers from GAD. They seem constantly stressed; always worrying about minor matters. You try to have a good time with them, but it seems like they just can’t enjoy themselves. Their mind is somewhere else. Their constant worrying is even starting to make you feel anxious when you are around them. Help is available. If you think someone you know may have GAD, encourage them to seek help now.

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