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Can gad be misdiagnosed as ocd? i feel a general sense of worry all the time and worry about my health and germs. i feel like i have constant anxiety.
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Can be confusing : Seeing a smart experienced psychotherapist can help differentiate, and make a diagnosis. You may benefit from medication, or CBT( cognitive behavioral therapy )
Answered 4/1/2018
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