I’m Concerned About Anxiety—What Do I Need to Know?

Author/s: 
Robyn L. Shepardson, Jeffrey S. Khan, Jennifer S. Funderburk
Date Added: 
May 5, 2026
Journal/Publication: 
JAMA
Publication Date: 
May 4, 2026
Type: 
Patient Education Materials
Format: 
Article
DOI (1): 
10.1001/jamainternmed.2026.0392
PMID (1): 
42081216

RPR Commentary

Information for patients about the causes and management of anxiety. James W. Mold, MD, MPH

Abstract

What Is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a normal experience of worry or fear about something the body or mind interprets as threatening. Anxiety may show up in your thoughts, emotions, body sensations, or behaviors (like worrying, feeling nervous, sweaty palms, and avoiding certain situations).