Anxiety Disorders Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatments
Anxiety is a feeling of nervousness, worry, or unease that is part of the normal human experience. It is also present in many mental health conditions, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and phobias. Although each of these disorders is different, they are all characterized by distress and dysfunction specifically related to anxiety and fear. >>> Topic Resources When people experience anxiety, they often also experience physical symptoms, including shortness of breath, dizziness, sweating, rapid heart rate, and/or trembling. Anxiety disorders often significantly impair the behavior of those affected in their daily lives, including forcing them to avoid certain activities and situations. These disorders are diagnosed using standard medical criteria. Medication and/or psychotherapy can significantly help most people with anxiety disorders. ⚠️ When Does Normal Anxiety Become a Disorder? Anxiety is a normal response to psychological threat or stress. Normal an...