can these symptoms be caused by anxiety/stress? ive been having the headaches for over 2 months & went to the doctors already & said its not serious.

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With my anxiety disorder & stress is it normal to get tension type headaches and feeling you have a hat on?Tight feeling.Have been told is is bymy doc

Answer 1

Seek further consult: You indicate several symptoms characteristic of anxiety. However, you also indicate several symptoms generally unrelated Anxiety/stress can show itself through a variety of seemingly unrelated physical problems, however. Having already been examined by your dr. I recommend getting evaluated/treated for anxiety by a psych dr. and then addressing any unchanged symptoms w/ your regular dr.

Answer 2

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.

Answer 3

The "camp cries": Often really seen for the first time when kids go away to camp separation anxiety is when a child has an overwhelming anxiety response when separated from their caregiver. Like homesickness on steroids and it can happen anywhere, like a sleepover or even just going to school in the morning.

Answer 4

In infancy: Separation anxiety is a normal developmental milestone at 9-12 months that means your baby has " object permanence, " a mental representation of someone/something he can't see. Separation anxiety disorder in older children includes their worrying that something bad will happen to their parent or themselves while separated.

Answer 5

Baby monitoring: A non-stress test is a way of checking on the baby. We listen to and record the fetal heart for 20-30 minutes. We are looking at the baseline heart rate and how the heart rate goes up or down. We are looking at this to see if the baby is getting enough oxygen or if there are other problems with how the baby is doing.

Answer 6

NST: They look for the contractions of uterus and its relation to heartbeat of the kid.

Answer 7

Manage: Anxiety is a natural emotion. It is our body's alarm system and its very difficult to "lessen".However it can be managed through various coping skills and learned techniques. The goals of most therapies are to learn these and live well with anxiety.

Answer 8

Nxiety: Life style changes (diet, exercise, sleep, social interactions) & psychotherapy/medications as needed.

Answer 9

Good planning .. . .: . . . Leads to higher personal satisfaction, increased achievement and diminished anxiety. Also, it's very important during the initial stage of planning to anticipate change.

Answer 10

Tai chi, Yoga: Both can go a long way in relieving stress and bringing on a sense of wellbeing.

Answer 11

See below: Some medical conditions might also have anxiety symptoms. Make sure you discuss your concerns with your primary care provider to rule out anything medical going on. Find a mental health professional to help you work on triggers for your anxiety. Consider meds if symptoms become overwhelming.

Answer 12

Genetic+ environment: There is genetic preparedness, anxiety disorders run in families, genes work with the persons experience and environment on shaping the way the person perceives threat. This distorted perception of threat and danger lead to the anxiety reaction. Mild anxiety disorders can be addressed with therapy alone, but moderate , severe and comorbidity require medication and therapy. Very treatable.

can these symptoms be caused by anxiety/stress? ive been having the headaches for over 2 months & went to the doctors already & said its not serious.

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