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Increasing Prevalence and Burden of Generalized Anxiety Disorder

The annual prevalence of newly diagnosed generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in the United States has increased from 5.4% in 2020 to 6.6% in 2023, with a 3-year total prevalence of 10.3%. This represents a significant burden on U.S. adults, highlighting a growing mental health concern.

Science, Medicine, Psychiatry