About Senior Anxiety

Until a few years ago, anxiety disorders were believed to decline with age. That’s because older patients are less likely to report psychiatric symptoms and more likely to emphasize their physical complaints.  But experts now recognize that aging and anxiety are not mutually exclusive: Anxiety is as common among the old as among the young. In fact, many older adults with an anxiety disorder had one when they were younger.


Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is the most common anxiety disorder among older adults, though anxiety disorders in this population are frequently associated with traumatic events such as a fall or acute illness.

Common Signs of Anxiety in Adults 65 or Older

  • An anxious mood
  • Excessively worrying about loved ones
  • Feelings of tension or restlessness
  • Fear of strangers or crowds
  • Difficulty in concentrating or poor memory
  • Loss of interest in hobbies
  • Grinding of teeth
  • Feeling of “butterflies” or “pit” in your stomach
  • Frequently feeling a sense of urgency


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