Anxiety

Anxiety is a mental disorder characterized by feelings of worry, strong enough to interfere with one’s daily activities.

It is normal to be anxious for something new, but if it sees you have it every day interfering in your daily lifestyle, then there is a warning bell of you having anxiety disorders.

Types of anxiety disorders:

• Panic disorder: Experiencing panic attacks at an unexpected time.
• Phobia: Excessive fear for specific things.
• Social anxiety disorder: Fear of being judging by others in a social situation.
• Separation anxiety disorder : Fear of been away from loved ones.
• Illness anxiety disorder: The anxiety of their health.
• Post-traumatic stress disorder: Having anxiety after a traumatic situation. 
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder: Having irrational thoughts that lead to repeat a behavior or actions.

Symptoms of anxiety :

• Increased heart rate 
• Difficulty falling asleep
• Rapid breathing
• Restlessness
• Trouble concentrating 

An anxiety attack:

It’s a feeling of overwhelming apprehension, worry, distress, or fear.

Symptoms of an Anxiety attack:

• Feeling dizzy or faint
• Shortness of breath
• Fear 
• Numbness or tingling
• Sweating
• Distress

Causes of Anxiety :

The reason for anxiety is not specific, but it may be genetic and environmental factors or brain chemistry.

Treatment for anxiety:

• Self Treatment : It contains stress management, exercise, relaxation techniques, etc.
• Counselling : It mostly refers to psychotherapy or a combination of therapies.
• Medications : Intake of medicines is preferred after doctor advice.