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Anxiety Disorders Types Anxiety is a real illness that can be treated. Treatment can include therapy and medication. The majority of anxiety disorders result from by a combination of factors like genetics and childhood experiences. Stress due to health issues or work can also be an element. There are many other risk factors. Doctors can detect anxiety disorders by performing an exam that is physical, an interview, and laboratory tests. Generalized Anxiety Disorder People with GAD struggle to control their anxiety. They are constantly worried regarding health, money and family, and are unable to focus their attention or imagining other things. They are irritable, irritable and find it difficult to focus on other things. They may need to be reassured or avoid situations in which they may be disappointing others. They also may have physical symptoms like tension in the muscles, headaches and restlessness, as well as heart palpitations. They are often overly optimistic, even though there is no reason to do so. Everyone experiences anxiety at timesfor example, prior to taking an exam or going to a job interview. If these anxieties persist and interfere with your daily routine, they could be a sign of anxiety disorder. GAD is characterized by a long-lasting anxiety, in contrast to the temporary fear that comes with phobias. GAD is more prevalent among adolescents and children than adults. Children with GAD frequently feel anxious about school or sports performance, about being social with their friends, and about being secure in their daily activities. They frequently seek comfort from parents, teachers and other adults. They rarely receive relief from their symptoms despite seeking assistance. There are many ways to treat anxiety disorders, including psychotherapy (talk therapy) as well as medications and lifestyle adjustments. Psychotherapy, like cognitive behavioral therapy, concentrates on teaching relaxation techniques and assisting you in learning how to reduce your thinking patterns that lead to anxiety-related feelings. Medications like antidepressants such as benzodiazepines and buspirone are able to reduce anxiety symptoms. Altering your diet to avoid caffeine and other stimulants, and getting enough sleep and exercising regularly can also be helpful. Informing yourself and your family members about the kind of anxiety disorder that you have can aid in treatment. Genetics and experience can be a factor in anxiety disorder s. People with an extensive or prolonged stress, traumatic events in childhood, chronic medical illnesses and other mental health issues are at higher risk for developing an anxiety disorder. Panic Disorder It's normal to be nervous and fearful, for example when you're about to attend a job interview. Or your child is about to take an important test. If these feelings last for months, or even longer, you could have anxiety disorder. These disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and specific phobias. These disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions in America. Most begin in adolescence, childhood or early adulthood. Some people with anxiety issues will get over their problems but others may require treatment. Your doctor can help you find the right treatment for your anxiety. Your doctor will perform a physical examination and ask you about your symptoms. They will want you to confirm that there isn't a physical cause, such as thyroid or heart disease. They will also ask about your family history of mental illness as well as any drugs or supplements you are taking. Some people who have anxiety disorders have a greater chance of developing them as a result of certain events in their lives, referred to as risk factors. These can include an ancestor with a history of depression or other mental health issues as well as chronic medical conditions and a negative experience in childhood, like emotional, physical or sexual abuse or neglect. If you suffer from an anxiety disorder, you might require treatment through psychotherapy or medications. Psychotherapy is a type of counseling that assists you discover new ways of thinking and behaving. The most well-studied form of psychotherapy for anxiety disorders is cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). It helps you identify and alter the thinking patterns that lead to negative emotions. Another form of psychotherapy is exposure therapy, which helps you face the people, situations or places that cause anxiety. Medication can relieve some of the most depressing symptoms of anxiety disorders, such as rapid heartbeat and shaking. Your physician will work with you to determine the best dosage, medication, and combination for you that is safe and has no adverse negative effects. Beta blockers, commonly used for high blood pressure, may reduce anxiety symptoms by blocking adrenaline that causes them. Social Anxiety Disorder People with social anxiety disorder are afraid of everyday social situations, such as speaking to strangers or making friends. They fear being judged or humiliated by others. These fears are irrational, but they can affect your life in many ways. It is different than shyness, which can be an expected response to certain situations. The healthcare providers use various instruments and tests to determine if you are suffering from this condition. They'll ask you questions about your symptoms and how they've affected your life. They might also check your blood pressure as well as conduct physical examination. This will help them determine if a medication or another health issue isn't the cause of your symptoms. It isn't completely clear what causes this disorder. However, it appears to run in families and there's a link between this disorder and an overactive area of the brain known as the amygdala. Inherited traits and environmental factors are probably both involved. There are a variety of treatment options for this condition. They include cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and antidepressant medications. CBT helps you discover new ways to deal with your feelings and help you face the things that worry you. You can also consider exposure therapy. Exposure therapy involves gradually exposing yourself to the situations that trigger your anxiety. It starts with the most threatening and then moves to the most terrifying. The medication can help reduce anxiety and improve mood, but won't change the way you think. Sometimes these treatments do not work right away. However, you should continue to try until they work. If your symptoms don't disappear after a few months, talk to your physician. They may suggest other treatments or prescribe an alternative medication. A support group for those who suffer from social anxiety is an ideal place to connect with others with this condition. You can receive honest, objective feedback from others who share your condition. You can also learn how others deal with their fears and how they have helped them. You can find these groups in person as well as on the internet. Be cautious when you take advice from a group of individuals who have had similar experiences to yours. Specific Phobias A specific phobia is an intense fear and irrational of a certain object or circumstance. It causes extreme stress that is not proportional to the danger that the trigger poses and can lead to people shaping their lives around being afraid of the object or situations. To be identified the anxiety or fear must be a significant obstacle to functioning. Fear can be triggered when you see or think about the trigger. It may also trigger when you are in the vicinity of the trigger, like when someone walks near the statue. A fear of animals, insects or spiders (arachnophobia) as well as heights or flying (acrophobia); or blood, injections, and needles (trypanophobia or hematophobia) are typical examples of phobias that are specific to. Specific phobias share many of the same symptoms similar to other anxiety disorders including fear, anxiety, and avoidance. Certain people suffering from phobias tend to experience panic attacks or overreacting when exposed to the feared situation or object. In some cases the anxiety and fear is so overwhelming that it causes an absence of interest in daily activities. Exposure therapy is the most common form of treatment for specific fears. It involves exposure to small parts of the fearful situation or object until the fear is lessened or eliminated. This kind of therapy typically involves cognitive behavioral therapy in order to help the person develop new ways of thinking about and coping with the phobias. Certain people who suffer from phobias may have symptoms of other mental health disorders like anxietyphobia, depression or bipolar disorder, substance related disorders, as well as somatic symptoms and related disorders (particularly dependent personality disorder). It is important to determine if these conditions exist prior to starting treatment for a phobia. For certain people needing long-term psychotherapy, it is necessary to address a specific fear. There are many methods used to treat phobias. These include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy. Other methods include hypnosis, or the method of modeling, where the patient watches a professional interact with the feared subject or object. The use of sedatives/hypnotics that are short-acting beta blockers, benzodiazepines or drugs commonly used to treat anxiety or depression can be used to lessen the anxiety associated with anticipatory anxiety.