Question 1

i'm a 30 y/o man.  i've been on lexapro10mg for 1 month (for anxiety disorder). while taking this drug, is there any problem if i want to have a baby?

Accepted Answer

No problem: Lexapro (escitalopram) has no known effect on mail fertility, however may reduce libido, sexual performance in some  people.

Question 2

can my anxiety disorder be cured?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Read on mindfulness. It is very effective way to rid of anxiety without medication.

Question 3

what is anxious vs anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

EmotionVsDiagnosis: Anxiety is a normal human emotion. It is like fear, but fear concerns what is right in front of you. Anxiety has to do with what 'might be' or 'might have been.' anxiety thus relates to worry and anticipation. An anxiety disorder is diagnosed when the anxiety focuses on a specific topic / stimulus (including initially unknown stimuli) and is severe enough to impair functioning.

Question 4

what are the roots of anxiety disorder?

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Can be diet: Low blood sugar or hypoglycemia cause the release of adrenaline or epinephrine. 
Changing the diet to eliminate this reaction can cause the anxiety to resolve.

Question 5

how to tell if i have an anxiety disorder?

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Anxiety: Feeling keyed up, restless, tense & can't relax, fearful, can't sleep, worry a lot, physical symptoms of hyperarousal such are fast heart, sweat, headache, stomach & bowel gases & distention, sense of urgency, tremors, ache/pains anywhere.

Question 6

what are common anxiety disorder symptoms?

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3 Major spheres: The major symptoms of anxiety cluster in 3 areas. Biological symptoms which are felt in your body and can effect many systems. Psychological /cognitive which effect your inner self and thinking and, social/behavioral which effect your outside behaviors and interaction with the environment.

Question 7

what are ways to deal with anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: There are a # of ways to address anxiety: cognitive behavioral therapy, behavior modification, individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, psychotropic medications, qi gong, tai chi, acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, meditation, yoga, exercise program or progressive muscle relaxation. Talk about feelings ; address problems. Don't avoid them. Aim for 7.5 - 8 hours of sleep/ night. Daily &gt;.

Question 8

could it be i might have an anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

What are your sx's ?: Anxiety symptoms can include feeling nervous or irritable, muscle tension (especially in neck, shoulders ; back), poor quality or minimal sleep, lack of concentration ; easy fatiguability. Lump in throat or butterfly in stomach sensation can occur.  If many of these symptoms sound familiar consider evaluation by your physician, a psychiatrist or a psychologist to know definitively.

Question 9

what are the major types of anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

There are several: Panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, and phobias are the most common anxiety disorders.

Question 10

can anxiety disorder be managed successfully?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A combination of psychotherapy and cautious use of medications can controll anxiety.

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