Category FAQs Search : Anxiety Disorder
Question: How likely is someone to develop an anxiety disorder?
Answer: Research indicates that people are more likely to experience an anxiety disorder if they have:
-Family history of mental health disorders
-Other mental health conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, or an anxiety disorder
-Chronic medical conditions such as thyroid disorder, diabetes or heart disease
-Experienced traumatic events, life events or periods of stress
-Issues with alcohol or substance use
(Source: Mental Health UK, 03 Dec 2024)
Source Link: https://mentalhealth-uk.org/help-and-information/conditions/generalised-anxiety-disorder/frequently-asked-questions/