What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a common mental health condition characterized by excessive worry, fear, or nervousness that is difficult to control and interferes with daily life. While occasional anxiety is a normal response to stress. Persistent or intense anxiety can affect a person’s emotional, physical, and social functioning.
Key Signs and Symptoms
- Excessive worry or fear
- Restlessness or feeling “on edge”
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability
- Muscle tension
- Fatigue
- Sleep disturbances (Difficulty falling or staying asleep)
- Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
- Shortness of breath
- Sweating or trembling
- Avoidance of anxiety‑provoking situations.
What to Do
Evidenced based strategies for managing anxiety include:
- Seek professional help from a therapist, psychologist, or doctor
- Talk to someone you trust about your worries or fears
- Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation
- Maintain a regular sleep schedule
- Engage in regular physical activity
- Reduce caffeine and stimulant intake
- Practice mindfulness or grounding techniques
- Develop healthy coping strategies for stress
- Join support groups or counseling services if needed.
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