Anxiety
is a common emotion that one can feel on a regular basis. Perhaps you
are starting a new job and feel a bit of worry about meeting
co-workers and starting a new position. Maybe your oldest child just
got their driver’s license and you are feeling anxious about them
driving on the roadways. Many instances in day to day life can
create anxious
feelings of worry. But are you feeling too much worry? Is what
you are feeling more than just worry and a form of anxiety?
Millions
of people are affected by anxiety on a regular basis. For the most
part, you worry and then the situation fixes itself or the outcome is
not what you expected and you are at ease. However, for individuals
who suffer from anxiety, it’s not so simple. The worry never goes
away and is accompanied by a feeling of fear. So how do you know if
your worry is just that or if you are experiencing a form of anxiety?
The
best thing to do is to be evaluated by a professional. You want to be
tested to see if you are just worrying a little more than normal or
if you are experiencing a form of anxiety. You will be asked about
your symptoms and how you are feeling on a regular basis.
Common symptoms
of anxiety include:
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Feeling nervous and restless, tense
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Feeling a sense of impending danger or panic
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Increased heart rate
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Rapid breathing can lead to hyperventilation
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Sweating/trembling
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Feeling tired
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Having trouble concentrating
Your
physician will be able to look at your symptoms and discover if you
have anxiety and what treatment options to explore. Every person who
suffers from anxiety is different. While one person may experience
panic attacks, another may feel an overwhelming sense of dread or
fear every day. Because every individual is different, treatment will
be vary based on the patient.
This
is why an evaluation by a professional is most important. While you
may already be concerned that you have anxiety, an official diagnosis
will give you the support you need to seek treatment. A professional
can also suggest treatment options based on your specific symptoms.
You want to treat the symptoms but also the underlying issue so that
you can begin to experience a normal routine daily. With proper
treatment, you can look forward to each day instead of constant worry
and dread.
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