Panic Disorder: A related term to generalized anxiety disorder where individuals experience sudden and intense episodes of panic accompanied by physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A therapeutic approach that helps individuals with GAD identify their negative thought patterns and replace them with more positive and realistic ones.
Benzodiazepines: Medications commonly prescribed for GAD that help reduce anxiety symptoms but can be habit-forming if used long-term.