What Is an Anxiety Disorder?
Anxiety Disorders involve persistent fear, worry, or nervousness that becomes difficult to control. While stress is normal, anxiety becomes a disorder when it disrupts daily life, sleep, work, or relationships. Anxiety is treatable, and with the right care, you can learn to manage triggers and create a calmer, more balanced life.
Types & Symptoms
- Generalized anxiety
- Social anxiety
- Panic disorder
- Phobias
- Symptoms often include racing thoughts, restlessness, chest tightness, excessive worry, irritability, and sleep disturbances
Causes & Risk Factors
Anxiety can develop from genetics, trauma, chronic stress, brain chemistry imbalances, or significant life events. Sometimes it appears without a clear cause, but the effects are very real and impactful.
Diagnosis & Testing
Diagnosis requires a thorough mental health evaluation, symptom duration review, and exploring how anxiety impacts daily functioning. This ensures accurate identification and personalized treatment planning.
Treatment
Treatment may include medication, therapy, relaxation techniques, lifestyle changes, and ongoing monitoring. Our approach focuses on reducing symptoms, building coping skills, and restoring emotional stability.
