Abstract

Background: Anxiety disorders refer to a group of mental disorders characterized by feelings of anxiety and fear, including generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Variations and hormonal level also play significant role in GAD. Aim: Significance of TSH, Serum Cortisol, MHPG and insulin level in patient of generalised anxiety disorder in young adults Маterials and Methods: This prospective study was conducted in the department of neuro psychiatry in a tertiary hospital, India. The anxiety disorder patient diagnosed according to DSM criteria detailed data was collected regarding age, gender, residential status, occupation, marital status, special habits, smoking and alcohol intake, dietary habit, family history, associated complications, associated medical and surgical conditions, and drug intake. Serum TSH, Cortisol, MHPG and insulin level was detected by standard procedure taking sample from patients under study

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