Anxiety is a common and natural emotion that everyone experiences at some point. It can be described as a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome. At moderate levels, anxiety can be helpful in motivating us and keeping us alert and prepared. However, when anxiety becomes excessive, irrational, or disproportionate to the situation, it can start to negatively impact daily life.
Some of the most common symptoms of anxiety include:
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There are a few different types of anxiety disorders:
The exact causes of anxiety disorders are still being researched, but it likely involves a complex interaction between genetic, environmental, brain chemical, and hormonal factors.
Risk factors that can increase someone's likelihood of developing an anxiety disorder include:
The good news is anxiety disorders are generally very treatable through modalities like:
I hope this overview gives you a helpful understanding of this complex topic. Let me know if you have any other questions!