What is anxiety?
It is normal to feel anxious from time to time, but when these feelings persist and interfere with everyday activities, then you may be suffering with an anxiety disorder. The following are common symptoms of anxiety:
- Feeling restless or on edge
- Excessive worry
- Problems concentrating
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- Difficulty controlling your worrying
- Irritability
- Anxiety interfering with daily life
- Persistent worrying
- Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
- Tightness or pain in chest
- Shortness of breath
If you are suffering with three or more of these symptoms, it is important to seek the help of a doctor or qualified mental health professional. Anxiety is VERY treatable. With the help of a professional, you can reduce the symptoms of anxiety which interfere with everyday activities and relationships.
UNDERSTANDING SYMPTOMS AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT THEM:
- QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF
- Are you finding it increasingly difficult to get through the day…
- UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION
- Everyone feels sad at times, but when these feelings persist affecting the way you feel about yourself and others…
- ANXIETY
- Anxiety is a feeling of unease, but when it is severe or prolonged and interferes with everyday activities…
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THERAPY—
THE NEXT STEP - When you are ready for therapy, the next step is finding a therapist with whom you feel comfortable…