Balanced Life Behavioral Health & Counseling Services

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

At Balanced Life Behavioral Health & Counseling Services, we provide onsite and telehealth evaluation and treatment for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Led by Dr. Ben Ekwe, PhD, PMHNP-BC, our team helps patients understand persistent anxiety, manage excessive worry, and develop effective coping strategies to improve emotional well being and daily functioning.

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Common Symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Emotional Symptoms

Persistent and excessive worry about everyday situations
Feeling constantly nervous or on edge
Difficulty controlling anxious thoughts
Irritability or mood changes

Physical Symptoms

Muscle tension or body aches
Fatigue or feeling easily tired
Restlessness or feeling unable to relax
Sleep disturbances such as difficulty falling or staying asleep

Behavioral Symptoms

Avoiding situations that trigger worry
Difficulty concentrating or focusing on tasks
Seeking constant reassurance
Overthinking everyday decisions or situations

Types of Anxiety Related Conditions

Chronic Generalized Anxiety

Ongoing worry about work, family, health, or daily responsibilities

Anxiety with Physical Symptoms

Anxiety that presents with physical discomfort such as muscle tension, headaches, or fatigue

Stress Related Anxiety

Excessive worry triggered by life stressors such as work pressure or personal challenges

Causes and Risk Factors

Generalized anxiety disorder can develop due to a combination of factors:

Family history of anxiety disorders

Chronic stress or exposure to ongoing life pressures

Personality traits that make individuals more sensitive to stress

Traumatic or difficult life experiences

Medical conditions or substance use that may increase anxiety symptoms

With these insights, Dr. Ben Ekwe and the team provide personalized treatment plans that may include medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management techniques, lifestyle adjustments, and telehealth support to help patients effectively manage anxiety and improve overall quality of life.