Anxiety
It’s extremely common to experience anxiety at some point. You might notice it when you are about to board an airplane, start a new job, give a speech, etc. Anxiety typically subsides when the stressful situation is over.
An anxiety disorder is defined by excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily functioning. It’s estimated that 40 million people are affected by anxiety, making it the most common mental health concern in the United States.
Types of Anxiety Disorders
Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Excessive worry about everyday life.
Panic Disorder: Recurrent panic attacks.
Social Anxiety: Significant anxiety and discomfort associated with social situations.
Physical symptoms of anxiety disorders
- Breathing rapidly or shortness of breath
- Headaches
- Increased heart rate
- Insomnia
- Overthinking situations
- Sweating
- Upset stomach/GI distress
Emotional symptoms of anxiety disorders
- Difficulty controlling worry
- Feeling irritable
- Feeling nervous, tense, restless
- Feelings of dread
- Having a sense of panic or doom
- Overthinking situations
At Evolve, we provide anxiety disorder treatment and utilize a variety of treatment methods. We tailor the approach to the individual. We also work with clients to assess for other common mental health conditions commonly occurring with anxiety; depression, eating eisorders, substance use and ADHD. If you are unsure if you or a loved one is struggling with an anxiety disorder, please give us a call and one of our therapists will help guide you.
If you are looking for anxiety disorder treatment or have any questions about our counseling services, call us at (484) 329-7638 or request a phone consultation today.
