US Medical Term · mental-health
Anxiety Disorder
Trastorno de ansiedad
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Anxiety Disorder |
| Spanish (Español) | Trastorno de ansiedad |
| Chinese (中文) | 焦慮症 |
| Korean (한국어) | 불안장애 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Rối loạn lo âu |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Karamdamang pangamba |
| Portuguese (Português) | Transtorno de ansiedade |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | โรควิตกกังวล |
| Japanese (日本語) | 不安障害 |
What it means
Anxiety disorders are a group of conditions in which worry, fear, or nervousness is intense, persistent, and interferes with everyday activities. Unlike normal stress, anxiety disorders do not go away on their own and can worsen without treatment. Symptoms may include racing heart, sweating, trouble sleeping, avoidance of situations, and difficulty concentrating. Several types exist, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and specific phobias. Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions in the US and respond well to therapy, medication, or both. Your primary care doctor can provide a first assessment or refer you to a specialist.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have been experiencing severe anxiety that is affecting my work and relationships.
He estado experimentando ansiedad severa que está afectando mi trabajo y mis relaciones.
I was told I have an anxiety disorder — what treatment options are available?
Me dijeron que tengo un trastorno de ansiedad — ¿qué opciones de tratamiento hay disponibles?
Is cognitive behavioral therapy covered for anxiety disorder under my plan?
¿La terapia cognitivo-conductual está cubierta para el trastorno de ansiedad bajo mi plan?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
F41 Other anxiety disordersRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026