Are your daily concerns a sign of an anxiety disorder?
Image: ThinkstockYou may think it's natural to worry about loved ones or catching a plane on time. But when worrying becomes obsessive, it may be a sign of an anxiety disorder. "Ruminating, or going over and over the same worry or decision, is a warning sign," says Dr. Ann Epstein, a clinical instructor in psychiatry at Harvard Medical School.
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