Question

Rishi, a college student, complains that he feels apprehensive and fearful most of the time but doesn't know why. Without warning, his heart begins to pound, his hands get icy, and he breaks out in a cold sweat. Rishi most likely suffers from a(n):

Answer 1

Answer:

Generalized anxiety disorder

Explanation:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by persistent and excessive worry about a number of different things. Individuals with GAD find it difficult to control their worry(like Rishi). They may worry more than seems warranted about actual events or may expect the worst even when there is no apparent reason for concern.  

Generalized anxiety disorder has symptoms that are similar to panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and other types of anxiety.

Answer 2

Answer:

The answer is generalised anxiety disorder.

Explanation:

Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is a condition characterised by constant and often exaggerated worry about different situations. Usually, people who suffer from this disorder ignore the reason they feel afraid or distressed.

Common symtpoms of this disorder are increased heart rate, sweating, sleep problems and trembling. These might intefere with a person's daily routine. For example, a person might feel too anxious to take the bus for work. GAD can be treated with therapy and medication such as antidepressants.