The 5 types of anxiety disorders and how to know if you have one

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• There are five main anxiety disorders: phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety. 
• These types of anxiety disorders have similar, overwhelming symptoms of fear and worry, and these symptoms will have a significant negative impact on your daily life.
• It’s possible to treat each anxiety disorder with a combination of therapy and medication, and it’s important to check in with a doctor to determine the best treatment method for you. 
• This article was medically reviewed by David A. Merrill, MD, PhD, psychiatrist and director of the Pacific Brain Health Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute at Providence Saint John’s Health Center.