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Ive been struggling with extreme anxiety the last month. ive begun having muscle twitches all over my body especially when i try and lay down. can this be related to severe anxiety?

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Not feasible to know for sure, but anxiety may be the answer. Recommend getting this handled. Medication could be temporary benefit. More long-term coping may come from psychological intervention, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and/or Biofeedback therapy.

Answered 1/24/2022

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