Question 1

how do i know exactly what is anxiety?

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Our alarm system: Anxiety is a normal human emotion that enables us to respond to dangerous situations. It is caused by the mind/body reaction to events or interpretations of them that cause the brain to prepare the body to fight or flee an enemy or dangerous situation. Anxiety responses can be triggered unnecessarily, leading to problems with "stress, " like a car alarm going off unnecessarily.

Question 2

what is anxiety disorder?

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: Visit this site for info: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders
In the meantime, start exercising. Begin with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity so that you sweat profusely. It may take a few months for the full effect.  Wish you good health!

Question 3

what is anxiety disorder? how to know if you have it?

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There are a # of: types of anxiety Disorder. Psychiatric eval can accurately dx an anxiety disorder. Symptoms of anxiety can include uncontrolled worrying, restlessness, increased muscle tension, irritability, problems wi sleep &amp; concentration as well as feeling tired.

Question 4

what is anxiety disorders and schizophrenia have in common and how do they differ?

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Very different : Schizophrenia involves delusions, hallucinations (mostly auditory), disorganized speech, disorganized behavior, and negative symptoms (flat emotion, low production of speech, goal directed behavior). Distortions of reality so to speak; anxiety disorders involve experiencing the process of anxiety chronically (preparing the body to cope with future threat) and fear in the case of panic and phobias.

Question 5

what is anxiety? i'm 18 and have been experiencing a feeling of impending doom when it comes to my health. fluttering heartbeat, sweats, numbness

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Correct: The symptoms you are experiencing are symptoms of anxiety . See your physician

Question 6

what is mixed anxiety?

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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

can you tell me what is high anxiety ?

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Clinical anxiety?: 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. Sometimes the worst thing about anxiety is the just not being able to put your finger on the reason that you feel that way.

Question 8

what is generalized anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

Persistent Worry: Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by a chronic, persistent tendency to worry about many different aspects of life. It may also be associated with physical symptoms related to stress. It is different from panic disorder, which has to do with severe episodes of intense, overwhelming fear. However, it is not unusual for people to struggle with both types of anxiety.

Question 9

could you explain what is social anxiety disorder?

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Everyone gets : Anxious from time to time. An anxiety disorder is diagnosed when someone experiences anxiety most of the time and limits their life due to excessive anxiety when in social situations.

Question 10

what is separation anxiety?

Accepted Answer

See answer: It's a normal part of development, and it usually happens around 8-9 months of age and may last until a year or so. The child experiences anxiety when separated from the primary caregiver (usually the mother) and might cry, cling to that caregiver.

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