Anxiety

There are a number of anxiety disorders, including specific phobias, social anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Some people may also experience panic attacks. Anxiety can be both a psychological and physical experience. For example, people may feel frightened combined with having catastrophic thoughts, but may also experience an increase in heart rate and shortness of breath. Other physical symptoms can include dizziness, sweaty palms, nausea, and trembling. We all experience anxiety at times. It is a perfectly normal reaction when faced with a stressful situation. However, if symptoms are so intense that they can impact on someone’s ability to function, it may be worth seeking some help in learning to manage this.

People who suffer from GAD will experience a state of anxiety most, if not all, of the time. Sometimes there is an obvious trigger to having an anxiety disorder, but sometimes a specific cause cannot be identified. Anxiety can be successfully treated via psychological therapy.