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Is fear of abandonment the same as anxiety?
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It could be a symptom of general anxiety disorder if the fear is out of proportion to the actual circumstance.
Answered 12/22/2021
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According to the Diagnostic Statistical Manual Fifth Edition, these are two separate psychiatric challenges. Perhaps a chat with your physician and a referral to a psychologist who can administer a computer psychological test would help. Also look at Dan Amen MD's book "End of Mental Illness" for some lifestyle changes.
Answered 12/25/2021
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