All of the following are examples of anxiety disorders except?

• A. Separation anxiety
• B. Generalized anxiety
• C. Panic disorder
• D. Depression

Answer: (D)

Anxiety disorders involve excessive fear, worry, or avoidance that interferes with daily life. Separation anxiety is an anxiety disorder because it centers on fear and distress about being apart from attachment figures. Generalized anxiety disorder features persistent, pervasive worry about many aspects of life, along with physical symptoms that come with chronic anxiety. Panic disorder is defined by recurrent panic attacks and a persistent concern about having more attacks, which is another clear anxiety pattern.

Depression, in contrast, is a mood disorder. It primarily affects mood, energy, sleep, appetite, and interest in activities, rather than being driven by fear or anxious arousal. While someone can experience both anxiety and depressive symptoms, depression itself is not classified as an anxiety disorder.