Intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. Fast heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating, and feeling tired may occur.
Anxiety is not always related to an underlying condition. It may be caused by:
- Stress that can result from work, school, personal relationship
- Emotional trauma
- Financial concerns
- Stress caused by a chronic or serious medical condition
- A major event or performance
- Side effect of certain medications
- Alcohol consumption, drugs such as cocaine
- Lack of oxygen
Self-treatment: Self- care steps that may be helpful in some less- serious cases:
- Exercise daily
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Get enough sleep
- Learn what triggers anxiety and alleviating it
- Eat well- balanced diets
- Practice relaxation techniques such as yoga
- Stop smoking and consumption of caffeinated drinks
See a doctor if you notice:
- The anxiety is interfering with daily tasks
- It after a previous history of anxiety
- The anxiety is accompanied by insomnia
- Depression is evident
See a doctor immediately if you notice:
- Suicidal thoughts
- That you are having a panic attack
