Generalized Anxiety Disorder is the formal name used by professionals for what a layperson would possibly call just regular anxiety.

In a nutshell, it is the same thing. The difference is that some people may only have anxiety about something specific, such as crossing a bridge, or walking by a dog, whereas other people (like you) might have more than one situation that brings you anxiety (therefore, generalized). Anxiety is one of the easiest disorder to treat with a psychologist. Find one that fits what you're looking for and start your process right away.

Be well,

Dr. Rosana Marzullo-Dove

GAD is anxiety at a higher level. Where almost anything can set it off. But you might have been diagnosed for insurance payments. Many people get misdiagnosed for those reasons.

This link will provide you some insight into the question you asked:

https://psychcentral.com/lib/normal-worry-versus-generalized-anxiety-disorder/