What is Anxiety Disorder?

Anxiety disorder is a feeling of unease in the mind, such as worry or fear. Sometimes this can be at a normal level, sometimes it can be slightly elevated. Worry is a cognitive process: it occurs in the mind. Mindfulness is engaging the mind in advance to prepare for future negative outcomes.

Fear is the emotional response to a real or perceived threat in the future. Anxiety or uneasiness is preoccupation with something that is about to happen. Worry always brings us the worst. Because after a worry, we tend to think about the bad things. There we miss even good things.

It can occur even in childhood, and can persist if left untreated. This is more common in women than men. There is no specific age or time for anxiety. It can arise and increase or disappear at any time. Sometimes this can worsen if left untreated for long periods of time.

Symptoms of Anxiety Disorder

Negative Thinking

1. Feeling worry.
2. Never know what to say.
3. Fear of illness.
4. Nervousness.
5. Over preparation.

Distraught Behavior

1. Avoid going into crowded areas.
2. Avoid risks because fear of failure.
3. Play things on the safe side.
4. Fidgety.
5. Trembling of hands when excited.

Sad, Stressed Sensations

1. Sweating on palms.
2. Lot of nausea and diarrhea.
3. Feel shaky all over.
4. Chest feels tight.
5. Rapid heartrate.

Causes of Anxiety Disorder

1. Family history.
2. Stressful events such as troubled relationship, stressful workplace, loss of love one. »»
3. Health issues such as asthma, heart problems, diabetes, etc.
4. Personality factors.