Anxiety

Anxiety is a feeling of fear, worry, or nervousness when one is about to do something challenging. Everybody experiences anxiety across different situations, and it is a normal experience. However, the point at which anxiety becomes a medical condition is when it is prolonged and starts to impact the way one would normally perform ordinary tasks. It can start affecting your sleep, your ability to work, and your relationships.

Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety

Here are some of the common warning signs and symptoms of stress. The more signs and symptoms you notice in yourself, the closer you may be to stress overload.

You may be feeling
  • Excessive fear or worry
  • A sense of impending danger
  • Restlessness
  • Nervous or tensed
  • Agitated
  • Intimidated with socialinteractions
  • Detached from people
You may be experiencing
  • Moodiness
  • Irritability or short temper
  • Agitation, inability to relax
  • Feeling overwhelmed
  • Sense of loneliness
  • Depression or general unhappiness
You may be thinking
  • Everything’s going to go wrong
  • I can’t control the way I feel
  • I can’t focus on anything
  • Everyone is looking at me

Some questions you can ask yourself

  • Do I find it hard to stop worrying?
  • Have I spent most of my time worrying over the last three months?
  • Do I experience tightness in my chest, shortness of breath, a pounding heart or dizziness?
  • Do I feel excessively nervous or embarrassed when faced with social situations?
  • Do I avoid activities that I think may cause more anxiety?
  • Are my thoughts unpleasant and repetitive?
  • Do I have trouble staying focused on tasks?
  • Am I having trouble falling asleep or is my sleep being interrupted?

If you answered yes to most of the questions, it may be time for you to seek professional help. It is important to remember that anxiety disorders can be managed and treated.

HOW CAN YOU HELP YOURSELF?

Here are a few ways to cope with anxiety.

Talk To Someone

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Making lifestyle changes

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Maintaining a routine

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Joining a support group

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How Can you help someone else?

Here are a few things you can do to help someone cope with anxiety.

Recognize the signs

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Listen

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Be supportive

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Encourage them to engage in self-care

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Stay connected

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Encourage them to seek help

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Frequently Asked Questions

Know more about the conditions that can and might co-exist with anxiety.

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