Definition of Anxiety disorder
Anxiety disorder: A chronic condition characterized by an excessive and persistent sense of apprehension, with physical symptoms such as sweating, palpitations, and feelings of stress. Treatments include the comfort offered by understanding the condition, avoiding or desensitizing exacerbating situations, and medications. Last Editorial Review: 3/19/2012 Back to MedTerms online medical dictionary A-Z List 
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