How long do anxiety disorders last?

Answer 1

This varies depedning on the dosage. But a full 2mg "bar" can last more than 24 hours. This also depends on how used to the drug your body is. Also if you smoke marijuana the day after taking xanax the side effects become much more pronounced. But usually with no memory loss which normally only occurs when xanax is used in conjuction with alcohol, or when the drug is overdose.

Answer 2

• Stress and anxiety can last a few days; weeks or years if the individual cannot seem to resolve the issues in their life such a bad relationship; divorce; loss of a loved one; work problems or financial problem that is causing them to feel this way or, if they have had a trauma such as an abusive relationship; victim in a crime or rape.

Answer 3

Persistent anxiety attacks can occur your entire life. If you mean how long can the effects of one 'attack' last, usually your body will relax after 20 minutes or so when the adrenaline fades. For general anxiety though, it can last all day. [Ryan A.] I have them all the time sadly. Thanks for the Q and A it was really helpful. It's scary at first when you don't know whats happening but then you get used to it.

Answer 4

There are five types of anxiety disorders. Generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety ( agoraphobia ). So it's hard to answer considering I ( we ) don't know what anxiety disorder were talking about. Some last forever if not treated with medication. ( generalized anxiety disorder ) Panic disorder can last a couple minutes to an hour or more. I'd recommend if your having anxiety symptoms that last over 4 weeks to see a professional or talk to someone.

Answer 5

Panic attacks can last anywhere from 10 minutes to 2 hours. The affects of a panic attack can last a lot longer though, possibly for the rest of that day.