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Anxiety Isn't Just Stress: The Biological Drivers Most Doctors Miss

by Mt. Baker Medical Team

Reviewed by Dr. James Scribner, MD, FACEP — Read his bio →

March 30, 2026 · 6 min read

Anxiety Isn't Just Stress: The Biological Drivers Most Doctors Miss

Thyroid dysfunction, cortisol dysregulation, and hormonal imbalance can produce anxiety that looks and feels like the psychological kind. Here's how to tell the difference.

Every post is written by physicians or the Mt. Baker Medical clinical team and reviewed by Dr. James Scribner, MD, FACEP — A4M Fellow and board-certified emergency physician. Sources are linked inline where possible; recommendations reflect current evidence and clinical practice.

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