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Anxiety Disorder

Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health conditions that cause fear, dread and other symptoms that are out of proportion to the situation. There are several types, including generalized anxiety disorder, specific phobias and social anxiety disorder. Treatment is effective and usually includes medication and psychotherapy (talk therapy).

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Symptoms vary from person to person but can be broken into three categories:

    • Lightheadedness

    • Sweating

    • Nausea

    • Feeling edgy and/or restless

    • Shortness of breath

    • Diarrhea

    • Getting easily fatigued

    • Believing the worst will happen

    • Persistent worry

    • All-or-nothing thinking

    • Overgeneralizing (making overall assumptions based on a single event)

    • Avoidance of feared situations or events

    • Seeking reassurance

    • Second-guessing

    • Irritability and frustration in feared situations

    • Compulsive actions (like washing hands over and over)

Know What NOT to Do

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  • It’s common to want to help your loved one avoid painful situations by going out of your way to eliminate the cause for concern. However, anxiety typically does not dissipate. As time progresses, if individuals consistently evade confronting challenging circumstances, the anxiety intensifies and the demands for accommodations increase.

  • Conversely, it is equally unwise to compel an individual to engage in activities that instill fear. Attempting to pressure someone who is unprepared may harm that relationship. Mastering the ability to conquer profound anxiety is most effectively achieved in collaboration with a qualified therapist. This alleviates the pressure on you. Furthermore, it empowers your loved one by assisting them in confronting their fears gradually, with the support of an experienced professional.