therapy for anxiety

Anxiety is a natural response to stress, often characterized by feelings of worry, nervousness, or fear. While it's normal to feel anxious in certain situations, such as before a big presentation or during a major life change, anxiety becomes a concern when it’s persistent, overwhelming, and starts to interfere with daily life.

Common symptoms include:

Physical Symptoms

• Rapid Heartbeat: A fast or irregular heartbeat, often described as palpitations.

• Sweating: Excessive sweating, especially in stressful situations.

• Trembling or Shaking: Involuntary shaking, often in the hands.

• Shortness of Breath: Feeling like you can't catch your breath or are breathing faster than usual.

• Fatigue: Constant tiredness, even without significant physical exertion.

• Dizziness or Lightheadedness: Feeling unsteady or like you might faint.

• Muscle Tension: Tight or sore muscles, especially in the neck, shoulders, or back.

• Headaches: Frequent tension headaches or migraines.

• Nausea or Upset Stomach: Gastrointestinal discomfort, including stomachaches or indigestion.

Emotional and Psychological Symptoms:

• Excessive Worrying: Persistent thoughts of dread or fear, often about everyday situations.

• Restlessness: Feeling on edge, unable to relax, or constantly fidgeting.

• Irritability: Being easily annoyed or frustrated.

• Difficulty Concentrating: Trouble focusing, remembering details, or making decisions.

• Sleep Disturbances: Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or having restless sleep.

• Avoidance: Steering clear of situations or places that cause anxiety.

• Feelings of Panic or Doom: Sudden, intense feelings of fear or terror, sometimes without an obvious trigger.