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Anxiety is a normal and healthy response. But when anxiety gets worse and keeps you from enjoying life, it might be time to get help.
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is a natural reaction to stress and unpleasant or dangerous situations. Anxiety can keep us from getting hurt, but too much anxiety interferes with our daily functioning or prevents us from personal growth and new experiences.
You aren’t alone
Anxiety disorders are the most common diagnoses of all mental health conditions in America. According to the American Psychiatric Association, anxiety disorders affect about 30% of all adult Americans. In addition, there are millions of other adults who experience anxiety that doesn’t rise to the level of a diagnosable condition.
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Is it time to get help?
If you feel anxious more often than not; if you experience physical symptoms such as racing heartbeat, difficulty breathing, headaches, upset stomach, or lightheadedness because of your anxiety; or if you aren’t able to do things you enjoy or are necessary to your functioning, it’s time to seek help.
Even a persistent worry about social situations (social anxiety) or general unease that prevents you from enjoying life can be symptoms. Understanding that these symptoms are not just “in your head” but actual signals from your body can be the first step towards improvement. If you need more in-depth information, you can find even more specific symptoms at Vårdguiden.
Treatment options
Talk therapy is the best first line of treatment for anxiety. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you examine your thought patterns and realize how much power you have to change the way you feel. Sometimes, anti anxiety medications can help as a complementary treatment to therapy depending on the severity of symptoms.
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The benefits of seeking help
Therapy can give you tools and coping strategies to better understand and manage your symptoms. An experienced therapist will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space to express your thoughts and feelings; will normalize what you’re experiencing; and can develop a plan to cope with your anxiety and feel better. All of our therapists provide confidential services so you can remain confident that whatever you share remains only between you and your therapist.
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9 common questions and answers about anxiety
What is anxiety and how is it defined?
Anxiety is a natural emotional reaction to stressful situations. It is the body’s way of warning you of a potential danger. It becomes problematic when it prevents you from living a normal life.
What are the most common physical symptoms of anxiety?
Heart palpitations, rapid breathing, stomach problems, headaches, sweating, and difficulty concentrating are common symptoms.
How does anxiety differ from stress or worry?
Stress is a reaction to external pressures, while anxiety is usually an internal feeling. Worries typically focus on specific things or situations and do not usually include ongoing physical symptoms.
What are the different types of anxiety disorders?
There are many different types of anxiety, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, panic disorder and specific phobias. Each type requires a unique treatment approach. An experienced therapist can help you identify and manage your specific type of anxiety.
How can I support someone close to me who suffers from anxiety?
Listen, be present, and encourage them to seek professional help.
What treatment methods are available for anxiety?
Therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes are common methods that effectively treat anxiety.
How can I manage my anxiety without medication?
Mindfulness, physical activity, and talk therapy are all effective ways to manage your anxiety.
What are the long-term effects of untreated anxiety?
Untreated anxiety can lead to depression, social isolation, and other mental health problems.
How much does therapy at Lavendla cost?
The cost per therapy session typically ranges from $30 to $100, though Lavendla’s therapists set the price themselves.
Steps to improve anxiety
Everyone deals with anxiety differently. It’s important to understand the underlying reasons for your anxiety and the unique ways your body responds. Below are common steps of anxiety treatment:
- Exploring your problem
In the initial stage of treatment, your therapist will help you understand your specific triggers and responses. Together you will review situations that cause you anxiety and identify the symptoms you are experiencing. - Setting your own goals
Once you have identified the problem, you and your therapist will work together to set clear and realistic goals for your therapy process. These can range from improving your general well being to dealing effectively with specific triggers. - Changing your behavior
This step relies on you actively working on your behavior. You will engage in various exercises and use techniques designed to break the behavioral patterns that exacerbate your anxiety. - Closure
Once you have established new behavioral patterns, you and your therapist will evaluate progress toward your goals. Once you’ve reached your goals, you will strive to maintain progress made during treatment.
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