DO YOU HAVE ANXIETY QUIZ
Anxiety disorders are the most common of mental disorders. Mild levels of anxiety can be beneficial in some situations by alerting us to dangers and forcing us to pay attention. However, it is when the feelings of nervousness and anxiousness impact our lives, is when you should consider seeking professional help.
Unfortunately, many people with anxiety disorders don’t seek help even though there are effective treatments. Take our anxiety quiz and discover if you have anxiety.
Anxiety Facts:
An annual poll conducted by the American Psychiatric Association in 2023 reports that 70% of U.S. adults say they feel anxious or extremely anxious about keeping themselves or their families safe.
How Common Are Anxiety Disorders?
In any given year the estimated percent of U.S. adults with various anxiety disorders are*:
- Specific Phobia: 8% – 12% (U.S.)
- Social Anxiety Disorder: 7% (U.S.)
- Panic Disorder: 2% – 3% (U.S.)
- Agoraphobia: 1-1.7% (adolescents and adults; worldwide)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder: 0.9% (adolescents)’ 2.9% (adults)
- Separation Anxiety Disorder: 4% (children); 1.6% (adolescents); 0.9%-1.9% (adults)
- Selective mutism: 0.03-1.9% (U.S., Europe, Israel)
Women are more likely than men to experience anxiety disorders.
Please note: This quiz is meant to enhance your self-understanding and sense of well-being. It is not meant as a replacement for a clinical diagnosis or treatment, but instead spark some ideas for you to discuss with your provider in your upcoming sessions.
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