Anxiety

Anxiety is an emotion that can feel like fear, dread, or uneasiness. It can be a normal response to stress, such as a difficult work problem or an upcoming test. However, anxiety can also be a symptom of an anxiety disorder, which is a condition where anxiety persists and can worsen over time. 

Anxiety disorders can cause intense and excessive feelings of fear and worry that are difficult to control. These feelings can lead to physical tension, behavioral changes, and cognitive symptoms. They can also interfere with daily activities, such as school, work, and relationships. 

Some symptoms of anxiety include:

• Anxious thoughts or beliefs that are hard to control 

• Physical symptoms, such as a rapid heartbeat, unexplained aches and pains, dizziness, and shortness of breath 

• Difficulty sleeping 

• Social withdrawal 

• Muscle tension, especially in the neck, jaw, chest, or stomach 

• Difficulty concentrating