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Anxiety is characterised by feelings of excessive worry, fear, and uneasiness about normal day-to-day situations, which are perceived as dangerous. It is frequently accompanied by physical symptoms like muscular tension, restlessness, fatigue, inability to catch one's breath, abdominal discomfort, etc.
We all feel some degree of anxiety at times, which is usually a normal response to a stressful situation, for e.g. before exams or an interview or any challenging task, or when faced with a negative situation. It becomes a disorder when it starts overwhelming you, or it persists regardless of the situation, negatively affecting your productivity, relationships, work, studies or quality of life.
The symptoms one experiences are determined by the type of anxiety disorder one has. Generally, anxiety episodes are characterised by the following symptoms:
Anxiety disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
Current anxiety research is delving deeper into the parts of the brain that are involved in anxiety. The exact cause of anxiety is unknown to researchers. However, a combination of factors is likely at work. Genetic and environmental factors, as well as brain chemistry, are among them.
Anxiety disorders, like any other medical condition, necessitate treatment. Once the patient has been diagnosed with anxiety, she or he can talk to their doctor about the treatment options. There are effective treatments available to manage the symptoms of an anxiety disorder.
Anti-anxiety medications like various antidepressants, beta-blockers or benzodiazepines can be used in treatment. They work to balance brain chemistry, prevent anxiety attacks and help in treating the disorder's most severe symptoms.
In addition, psychotherapy is a type of counselling that teaches patients how their emotions affect their behaviour. It is also called 'talk therapy' because the specialist listens to and talks to the person about their thoughts and feelings and suggests ways to understand and manage their anxiety symptoms.
Certain things are more likely to make a person suffer from an anxiety disorder. They are known as risk factors. Some of the risk factors for anxiety disorders are:
Childhood emotional, physical, and sexual abuse or neglect has been linked to anxiety disorders later in life.
Living through a traumatic event like losing a parent in early childhood increases the risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can result in panic attacks.
When someone has a health condition or a serious illness, they may be concerned about their treatment and the future.
Alcohol and other drugs can predispose a person to develop an anxiety disorder.
A family history of anxiety disorders also increases the risk.
Anxiety disorders are not entirely preventable but taking certain steps can help reduce the chances or help manage the symptoms better.
Untreated anxiety disorders can worsen over time and lead to negative mental and physical consequences such as:
Living with an anxiety disorder can be difficult and frustrating. Medication, psychotherapy, or a combination can be used to treat anxiety disorders. With the right care and treatment, one can learn to manage symptoms and thrive.
So consult a psychiatrist or mental health professional and seek help.
Max Healthcare is home to 4800+ eminent doctors in the world, most of whom are pioneers in their respective fields. Additionally, they are renowned for developing innovative and revolutionary clinical procedures.
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