Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to generalized anxiety disorder (GAD):

1. How can we tell if I have GAD or another type of anxiety disorder?
   
   
2. Is it possible that I have more than one type of anxiety disorder? Or another emotional disorder in combination with GAD?
   
   
3. What tests do you recommend to rule out other causes of my GAD?
   
   
4. What are my treatment options? How effective are treatments?

   
   
5. Are there medications that may help me to control my GAD? What are their risks and benefits?
   
   
6. What medication do you recommend for me? Why?
   
   
7. Are there any over-the-counter medications or supplements I should avoid?
   
   
8. What types of therapy might benefit me? Can you recommend a therapist and/or support group?
   
   
9. Might members of my family also benefit from counseling?
   
   
10. Can any of my lifestyle habits exacerbate my GAD?