What type of disorder includes high levels of anxiety and apprehension about various aspects of life?

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is characterized by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life, such as work, health, and personal relationships. Individuals with GAD often find it difficult to control their worry, which can lead to high levels of anxiety and physical symptoms such as restlessness, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. Unlike other anxiety disorders that may be focused on specific situations or triggers, GAD involves a more diffuse and chronic form of anxiety that can affect a person’s daily functioning and overall quality of life. This broad concern across multiple life areas distinctly sets GAD apart from disorders like obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder, which each have more specific focuses and symptoms.