What Is Worry?
This informational handout provides a client-friendly overview of worry and when it becomes problematic.
What Is Worry?
This What Is Worry? handout explains what worry is and when it becomes a problem. It also explains the difference between ‘real’ and ‘hypothetical’ worries, as well as ‘normal’ versus ‘excessive’ worry.
Overview
Worrying is a form of thinking about the future, defined as thinking about future events in a way that leaves you feeling anxious or apprehensive. Clinically, excessive worry is the primary symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
The What Is Worry? information handout succinctly describes worry. It defines worry, draws a distinction between ‘real event’ and ‘hypothetical event’ worry, and describes a continuum of ‘normal’ to ‘excessive’ worry.
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