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 Anxiety: causes, symptoms and treatment 

It is normal for a person to feel anxious or terrified from time to time, but if the feeling of anxiety recurs frequently for no real reason to the extent that it interferes with the normal course of daily life, then this person is likely to suffer. 

An anxiety disorder, this disorder causes excessive and unrealistic anxiety and a feeling of fear, which is more than what could be considered a normal reaction to a particular situation.

 

Anxiety

types of anxiety

 

Anxiety is divided into several different types, including:

 

Agoraphobia: Fear of squares and being in public places.

Medical Condition Anxiety Disorder: It is a type of anxiety that arises as a result of a medical problem and a specific health condition.

Generalized anxiety disorder: an excessive preoccupation with doing or participating in any activity, even routine.

Panic disorder: a series of anxiety and fear that reaches its maximum levels in a few minutes, and the person with this type of anxiety may experience shortness of breath, rapid breathing, and chest pain.

Selective mutism: children cannot speak in specific situations, such as being at school.

Separation anxiety: a childhood disorder characterized by fear and anxiety about parental separation.

Social phobia: Fear of participating in social events, feelings of shame, and lack of self-confidence.

 

Symptoms of anxiety

 

Symptoms of anxiety vary from case to case, both in terms of the type of different symptoms and in terms of their severity, and anxiety symptoms include:

 

1. headache;
2. nervousness or tension;
3. The sensation of a lump in the throat.
4. difficult to focus
5. Tired.
6. Irritability and impatience.
7. confusion.
8. A sensation of muscle tension.
9. Insomnia.
10. Excessive sweating
11. Difficulty breathing.
12. Abdominal pain.
13. Diarrhea.

An anxious person may feel that they are very concerned for their safety and the safety of their loved ones, or they may feel that something bad is going to happen even when no danger is perceived. An anxiety attack usually begins at a relatively young age. age.

 

Causes and risk factors of anxiety.

 

As with most mental disorders, it is not entirely clear what causes anxiety disorder, as researchers believe that natural brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and norepinephrine, play a role in their onset. disorders.

 

• Causes of anxiety

 

This problem can be assumed to have a variety of causes, including the following cases:

1. panic disorder;
2. Dark anxiety disorder.
3. Phobic disorder.
4. stress disorder;
5. Have some diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease.

• Risk factors for anxiety

Factors that can increase your risk of a generalized anxiety disorder include:

 

1. Cruel childhood

Children who have experienced difficulties or anguish in their childhood, even having witnessed traumatic events, such as: having serious diseases such as cancer, may experience an anxiety attack or fear of the future and what it entails, such as the economic situation.

 

2. Psychological stress

The accumulation of psychological stress as a result of stressful and stressful situations in life can generate a feeling of acute anxiety, for example, an illness that requires absenteeism from work, which causes a loss of wages and income that can generate psychological tension, and therefore, Therefore, a generalized anxiety disorder.

 

3. Character

 

People with certain personal characteristics may be more likely to develop an anxiety disorder and people with psychological needs that are not available as they should, such as: being in an unsatisfying emotional relationship can feel insecure, making them more likely to develop an anxiety disorder.

 

4. Genetic factors

Having a hereditary family history of generalized anxiety disorder causes it to be passed genetically from one generation to the next.

 

Anxiety complications

 

Anxiety disorder makes the sufferer more than just feel anxious, as it can cause or exacerbate difficult and dangerous illnesses, and these can include:

 

• Resorting to the use of addictive substances.
• Insomnia and feelings of depression.
• Digestive or intestinal disorders
• headache.
• grinding of teeth;

 

Anxiety diagnosis

 

To be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, someone must meet the following criteria:

 

A sharp feeling of intense anxiety and apprehension daily for at least six months.

Difficulty coping with and resisting feelings of anxiety.

Feeling an anxiety attack accompanied by a series of specific symptoms, such as: feeling nervous and tense, difficulty concentrating, a feeling of tension and muscle stiffness, and sleep disturbances.

Feeling an anxiety attack that generates a feeling of severe distress that interferes with the normal and normal course of life.

Feeling anxious that is not related to other medical conditions or health problems, such as a panic attack or use of addictive substances.

anxiety treatment

 

Treatment of anxiety consists of two main treatments: drug therapy and psychotherapy, both alone or both together. Periods of trial and error may be necessary to determine the most appropriate and effective ophthalmic treatment for a particular patient and the treatment with which the patient is comfortable. and reassured. Treatment can be explained as follows:

1. Pharmacological treatment of anxiety

 

There are several types of drug treatments for anxiety available to alleviate the anxiety side effects that accompany an anxiety disorder, including:

 

Anti-anxiety medications: Benzodiazepines are sedatives that have the advantage of relieving anxiety in 30 to 90 minutes.

Antidepressants: These medications affect the action of neurotransmitters that are known to play an important role in the development and development of anxiety disorders, such as fluoxetine.

 

2. Psychotherapy for anxiety

 

Psychotherapy for anxiety involves getting help and support from mental health professionals and talking and listening.

 

• Anxiety prevention

 

Good sleep habits can help prevent insomnia and promote sound sleep, and the following factors can help prevent it:

 

Keep bedtime and waking times consistent from day to day, even on weekends.

Staying active also helps promote a good night's sleep.

As a tip, check your medications to see if they contribute to insomnia.

Avoid or limit naps.

Avoid or cut down on caffeine and alcohol, and don't use nicotine.

Avoid large meals and drinks before bedtime.

Make your bedroom comfortable for sleeping and use it only for sex or sleeping.

Do relaxing activities before bed, such as taking a hot bath, reading, or listening to soft music.

 

• Alternative therapies

 

Some complementary and alternative medicine treatments can help relieve anxiety, but you should consult your doctor about the possibility of using these treatments to ensure overall safety and not to interfere with drug treatment, including the following:

 

1. St. John's Wort (Hypericum).
2. Omega 3.
3. Folic acid.
4. Vitamin B6.
5. magnesium.
6. Exercise.
7. exposure to light;
8. Valerian plant.