ANXIETY
DISORDER
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Anxiety
is a complex feeling of apprehension, fear, and worry often accompanied
by physical sensations. It is a constant and dominating force
that severely disrupts the quality and enjoyment of peoples
lives and goes far beyond mere occasional nervousness.
Anxiety
is a disorder that may make you feel anxious most of the time,
without any apparent reason. Or the anxious feelings may be so
uncomfortable that to avoid them you may stop some everyday activities.
Or you may have occasional bouts of anxiety so intense they terrify
and immobilize you.
Anxiety
disorders alone affect more than 19 million American's each year.
Both anxiety and depressive illnesses are severe, chronic and
extremely impairing to the individuals who are affected by them.
Furthermore, they can have a devastating effect on the family
members of those suffering from anxiety and depression.
Anxiety
is a feeling of unease. Everybody experiences it when faced with
a stressful situation, for example before an exam or an interview,
or during a worrying time such as illness. It is normal to feel
anxious when facing something difficult or dangerous and mild
anxiety can be a positive and useful experience. However, excessive
anxiety is often associated with other psychiatric conditions,
such as depression. If your feel that you need more information
or assistance in this case, please contact us at Eastside Comprehensive
Medical Center.
ANXIETY
DISORDER SYMPTOMS
Anxiety could be characterized by symptoms such as:
1.
Abdominal discomfort
2. Diarrhea or frequent urination
3. Dry mouth
4. Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
5. Tightness or pain in chest
6. Shortness of breath
7. Dizziness
8. Difficulty swallowing
9. Insomnia
10. Irritability or anger and inability to concentrate
11. Fear of madness and feeling unreal and not in control of your
actions.
If
you believe that one or more of the symptoms mentioned before
describes your present situation, or the situation of someone
you know, please contact us at Eastside comprehensive medical
center and let us help you find out more about it.
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