Do you feel like you have an Anxiety Disorder? Check out the below information to learn more:
Symptoms:
- Inability to stay calm
- Tension, feeling nervous or jittery
- Shakiness, trembling
- Excessive worry and/or fear
- Sweating
- Dizziness
- Racing or pounding heart
- Cold/clammy hands; numbness/tingling of hands, feet, or other body parts
- “Butterflies” in the stomach
- Difficulties breathing
- Somatic Complaints i.e. headaches, muscle pains
Anxiety Disorder Types/Diagnoses:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Phobias including social phobia, agoraphobia, specific phobias
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Contributing Factors:
- Genetic Predisposition
- Brain or chemical imbalances
- Environmental, life experiences – persistent, long lasting stress; trauma; abuse
Treatment:
- Counseling/psychotherapy
- Medication – anti anxiety, antidepressants
- Alternative supplements
- Relaxation Techniques
- Life changes, nutrition, exercise
If you have an questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us for any additional information.