LEARN ABOUT ANXIETY

Anxiety is the number one mental illness in America today. One out of five Americans suffer from some form of anxiety. We all experience some form of anxiety from time to time, but some of us can't control them. Look over the following, and carefully think about each and see if you suffer from anxiety disorder. This is not to scare you, but to simply inform you of what is going on in your body that can be causing anxiety.

People suffering from chronic anxiety often complain of the following: strong anxiety episodes, racing heart/chest discomfort, trembling, nausea, hot/cold flashes, feelings of unreality/disorientation, dizziness, uncontrolable thoughts, depression, fatigue, feelings of helplessness, panic episodes, muscle tension, migraine headaches, numbness and strange aches or pains.

People suffering from anxiety disorder often have extreme apprehensions about the following: dying, having a heartattack, fainting, losing their breath, going insane, losing contol, embarrassing themselves, choking and hurting themselves or someone else.

Did you have any of the following when growing up? Alcoholism in the family, strict religion upbrining, parents with high expectations, sibiling parenting, feelings not easily displayed, negative emotional environment, lack of praise or approval, nervousness in family, over-reacting family members, feeling that you much prove yourself as a child, seperation from loss of some family member/members, and unstable upbringing with various conflicts. Do to the situation you experienced as a child, you may have adopeted certain personality traits. Here is the most common traits found in people that have anxiety disorder: perfectionist, inner nervousness, tendency to over-react, low self-esteem, guilt ridden, extremely sensitive to criticism/emotions, high expectations, inablility to make decisions, obsessive thinker, extremely analytica, worry about health problems, and need to appear in control at all times. It is important that you look at these personality traits and pick out the ones that explain you. Once you know what they are you can begin to work on them.

When we have anxiety, we are often limited to what we can do. When we have a panic attack at a certain spot say the mall, we start believing that we will have one if we go there again. This is limitation. The area that once was big is now small. You can't come and go like you want to. Here is an example of some limitations: not being able to be alone comfortable, not being able to drive alone or with someone, not being able to go shopping, not being able to socialize comfortably and not being able to make decisions. Now look at what limitations that you may have. Once you notice that limitation, begin working on over coming that limitation. I will show you later how you can do that.

Here are some common fears that anxious people experience: flying, socializing, driving, speaking in public, standing in lines, traveling, working, not being in control, eating, fear of doctors/hospitals, illness, shopping, being alone, dying, storms, crowds, and not being able to get out or leave when desired.

Now think about the above information and look at your life. Do you think you have anxiety disorder? If you have atleast 5 of the above information, then you suffer from anxiety disorder. It is important to get help right away. Don't feel like you are going crazy. This is a very real illness and can easily be overcome with medication, therapy, exercise, healthy diets and no caffiene!!! Call your local doctor to get the correct treatment for you. If he/she is not able to help, have them refer you to a perfessional that can help.

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