Today, almost anything may be considered a psychological disorder, as modern psychology is expanding to allow for many new viewpoints. However, when discussing the ideas and concepts of psychological disorders and treatments and so forth, the same debate always seems to surface. After examining some selected psychological disorders, one might gain a better understanding of this issue and form his or her own opinions. There are six different classifications of psychological disorders. The focus of this study will lie on the anxiety disorders.
Anxiety becomes disabling when people are unexplainably and uncontrollably tense.
This is the basis for the definition of generalized anxiety disorder. A prime example of this disorder can be taken in the case of John, a 27 year-old electrician. He seeks help, complaining of dizziness, sweating palms, heart palpitations, and ringing in his ears. He feels edgy and sometimes finds himself shaking. With reasonable success, he hides the symptoms from his family and co-workers.