angstgerelateerde

Angstgerelateerde is a Dutch adjective used to describe phenomena that are connected to anxiety. The term is formed from angst (anxiety, fear) and gerelateerd (related), and it is commonly written as angstgerelateerde or angst-gerelateerde before a noun. It functions as a descriptive label rather than a strict medical diagnosis.

In everyday and professional language, angstgerelateerde wordt often appears to characterize symptoms, conditions, or factors that are linked to anxiety. Examples include angstgerelateerde klachten, angstgerelateerde aandoeningen, and angstgerelateerde symptomen. The phrase is frequently used in medical, psychological, and public health contexts to indicate that anxiety plays a role in the origin, presentation, or perpetuation of what is being described.

Common areas of application include angstgerelateerde lichamelijke klachten (such as palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath), angstgerelateerde stoornissen (informally referring to anxiety disorders), and psychosomatic discussions where emotional factors influence physical health. The term can also be used to describe risk factors or consequences that arise in connection with anxiety, for instance angstgerelateerde factoren or angstgerelateerde gevolgen.

Usage notes: angstgerelateerde is generally used in Dutch texts to convey a non-technical, accessible sense of connection to anxiety. It is adaptable to singular and plural forms and may be written with or without a hyphen, depending on editorial style. The expression is distinct from formal diagnostic terms, which use specific names like anxiety disorders (angststoornissen) in clinical contexts.