Separation anxiety in adults is a mental health condition characterised by excessive fear or anxiety about being separated from attachment figures, such as family members or close loved ones. While often associated with childhood, it can persist or emerge in adulthood. Common symptoms include intense worry about the safety of loved ones, difficulty being alone, and avoidance of situations where separation might occur. Adults may experience physical symptoms like headaches or nausea, and emotional distress such as panic attacks or nightmares about separation. The condition can significantly disrupt daily life, work, and relationships. Separation anxiety in adults is recognised in both the DSM-5 and ICD-11 and can be treated through therapy, medication, or a combination of both.
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