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What is ANXIETY?

Anxiety is a natural response to stress or perceived threats, characterized by feelings of fear, worry, unease. It can suffocate our clients’ personal and professional growth, shut down their ability to start relationships and take away their freedom to choose their own destiny. It can manifest physically and psychologically and becomes problematic when it interferes with daily life.

A positive attitude gives you power over your circumstances, instead of your circumstances having power over you.

Joyce Meyer

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Signs To Watch Out For

Some of the common signs associated with anxiety include:

  • Racing mind and difficulty concentrating
  • Difficulty getting to sleep and always seem tired
  • On edge and nervous
  • Social isolation

These mental signs can translate into physical signs such as:

  • Shortness of breath and hyperventilating
  • Restless and physically shaking
  • Dry mouth, loss of appetite and stomach pains

Types of Anxiety Disorders

  1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Excessive worry and tension about everyday events and activities.
  2. Panic Disorder: Sudden and repeated attacks of intense fear that trigger physical symptoms like a pounding heart and shortness of breath.
  3. Social Anxiety Disorder: Fear of social situations that involve interaction with other people.
  4. Specific Phobias: Intense fear or anxiety about a particular object or situation.
  5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Unwanted and intrusive thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors or rituals (compulsions).
  6. Seperation Anxiety Disorder: Excessive fear or anxiety about being seperated from people to whom an individual is attached.
  7. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Anxiety and flashbacks triggered by a traumatic event.

How To Identify If I Have Anxiety?

Identifying the type of anxiety you may be experiencing typically involves recognising the specific symptoms and patterns associated with different anxiety disorders.

It’s important to remember that only a qualified mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist or psychologist, can provide a definitive diagnosis. If you suspect you have an anxiety disorder, seeking help from a healthcare provider is a crucial step in getting proper assessment and treatment.

Here Are Several Ways to Cope With Anxiety

  • Change Your Surroundings – Create your own space that brings you joy.
  • Exercise – Endorphins are mood boosters
  • Stop And Breathe – Take 10-12 deep breaths from the diaphrams
  • Sleep – Prioritize your sleep and rest
  • Welcome Humor – Laughter is the best medicine
  • Balance Your Thoughts – Choose happy thoughts to balance negative ones.
  • Identify The Cause of Anxiety – Meditate or journal to discover the cause of anxiety.
  • Share With Friends And Family – Reach out to trusted loved ones for support.

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