Clinical Trial of Shugan Jieyu Capsule in Generalized Anxiety Disorder

This trial is testing a traditional Chinese medicine capsule called Shugan Jieyu — commonly used for emotional distress — in people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). GAD is a condition where people experience persistent, difficult-to-control worry. Researchers want to see if this herbal treatment can reduce anxiety symptoms. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 18 and 65 years old - You have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder for at least 6 months - Your anxiety symptoms are moderate to severe based on a standard rating scale (HAM-A score of 14 or higher) - Your symptoms match a traditional Chinese medicine pattern of liver Qi stagnation and spleen deficiency **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have another psychiatric condition like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or severe depression - You have taken certain anxiety medications recently - You are pregnant or breastfeeding - You have serious physical health conditions Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.