Geriatric anxiety disorder is a neurosis related to psycho - psychological factors and is also associated with an individual's personality traits. Clinical manifestations include tense and anxious emotions or motor restlessness, insomnia, and in severe cases, symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction may occur.

The treatment of geriatric anxiety disorder includes non - pharmacological and pharmacological treatments.

Non - pharmacological treatments mainly involve psychotherapy, such as relaxation therapy and supportive psychotherapy. Exercise therapy means that elderly patients should participate more in outdoor activities or physical exercises.

Pharmacological treatment refers to comprehensive treatment including the administration of anti - anxiety drugs under the guidance of a doctor.