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Somone with Generalized Anxiety Disorder will have multiple and/or nonspecific worries. The fear and worry interferes with the persons ability to sleep, think. or fuction in some others way. The cause of GAD of unknown, genes may play a role. Stress may also contribute to the development of GAD. Treatment may include couseling and medications, such as antidepressants.