Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by overwhelming fear and worry, restlessness, issues with sleeping, fatigue, irritability and problems concentrating. Agoraphobia can occur due to anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. Someone who is agoraphobic has a lot of anxiety about going to public places, especially ones that have large crowds such as sporting events and malls. The Mayo Clinic reports that agoraphobia can become so overwhelming that a person refuses to leave her home, because it's the only place she feels safe.
Fear and Worry
Someone who is recovering from these two anxiety disorders would experience a decrease in fear and worry. The person would not be plagued by constant thoughts of fear and would be able to have experiences without feeling anxious. Someone who has these disorders may become anxious as she leaves her house to go anywhere. Sometimes she might turn right around and go back inside instead of going to the store, meeting friends for lunch or going to watch her son play baseball. Someone who is recovering from these disorders will be able to leave the house and not feel anxious every time she does.
Sleeping and Fatigue
Many times someone who has one or both of these disorders experiences issues with sleeping, which increase feelings of fatigue throughout the day. Also, it becomes difficult to deal with the feelings of anxiety and fear when that person is exhausted. When someone begins to recover from these disorders, she will be able to fall asleep within 30 minutes of going to bed and sleep through the night most nights. She will also experience less fatigue throughout the day. She will not need to take as many naps and will be more productive.
Physical Issues
People who suffer from generalized anxiety disorder and agoraphobia have physical symptoms such as nausea, rapid heartbeat, sweaty palms, muscle aches and headaches due to the overwhelming anxiety. When a person begins to recover, she should note fewer physical symptoms.
Social and Work Issues
People who suffer from anxiety disorders often have social and occupational issues. They might not be able to hold down a full-time job for more than a few weeks or maintain healthy relationships. The disorders tend to take over and impact every significant area of the person's life. If someone suffering from these disorders is getting treatment and making steps to recovery, these areas of her life should see positive effects. She might be able to begin and maintain a romantic relationship for more than a couple of weeks, and she might be able to be more successful at work.
