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

what cures anxiety?

Accepted Answer

See below: Talk to your physician to see if there is a physical basis for anxiety, work on finding out what makes you anxious. Try to establish daily routine to bring some predictability in your day; practice deep breathing, relaxation/ guided imagery (you can find scripts on the web); you can work with a therapist to help you guide through the process.  Consider medication, if symptoms become overwhelming.

Question 3

what causes anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety causes: Anxiety, generally speaking, is a protective mechanism designed to prevent us from engaging in potentially harmful behaviors.
Causes can be;
1. Biological..........Genetics, or chemicals such as caffeine or drugs.
2. Psychological.........Perceived threat.
3. Social.............Actual threat.

Question 4

can anxiety be cured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Manage anxiety: By learning relaxation skills & learning to modify the thoughts, perceptions & beliefs that trigger your anxiety. Learning to calm your body & your mind is the key. You can learn these skills on your own, but having a mental health professional "coach" you is quicker & more effective. Biofeedback helps learn relaxation skills (www.Bcia.Org & www.Aapb.Org). Entrenched anxiety may require meds.

Question 5

is anxiety hereditary?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can be hereditary, yes.

Question 6

what is mixed anxiety?

Accepted Answer

With depression?: There is a diagnostic category of mixed anxiety-depressive disorder. This can be used if both symptoms are present in about the same degree and neither is severe enough to stand alone as requiring treatment, but together they are. If they are severe enough - each on their own, there would be two separate diagnoses. If you a concerned for yourself, seek help and share the burden with a pro.

Question 7

why do we get anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Good question: It's an over-exaggerated fight or flight response. Our nervous system is getting us ready to act by pumping out adrenaline and other chemicals. The problem is this response may be over- zealous or it may occur when we don't want it too. Also if something scared us before, our body remembers that. That is why if you've ever been stuck in an elevator once, you'll get very anxious in any tight space.

Question 8

can sex cause anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sure, sex can lead to anxiety.  Some long to experience it, but feel it's wrong -- this would bring up anxiety.  The partner you choose could make you anxious.  Anxiety about showing feelings could make you anxious. The way you feel about yourself could make you anxious -- worry about doing it "right" or concern about how you look, etc. Anxiety about getting pregnant or getting std or hiv, etc.

Question 9

how is anxiety treated?

Accepted Answer

Psychotherapy first: Usually, initial treatment is with psychotherapy or "talk therapy". If symptoms are very severe or disabling, medications may be used initially, or later, if psychotherapy is not successful. It is also important to exclude medical causes such as use of drugs, alcohol, or caffeine, and problems with the thyroid gland or, rarely, with the adrenal gland.

Question 10

can i die from anxiety?

Accepted Answer

No: Anxiety itself doesn't cause death, but if you are not under control, you can do things that cause death - such as violence, alcohol, drugs, etc.

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