Generalized Anxiety Disorder is when a person has constant, strong
thoughts that cause worry and tension about everyday routine life events and
activities. Symptoms last at least 6 months. Physical symptoms
include fatigue, trembling, muscle tension, headache, nausea, irritability,
poor concentration or difficulty sleeping.
Panic Disorder is when a person feels intense fear that often comes
without warning. Physical symptoms include chest pain, pounding or
irregular heartbeats, shortness of breath, dizziness, stomachache, feelings
of being "outside your body" and fear of dying.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is when a person has unwanted
thoughts or does a certain act over and over that they feel unable to stop
or control.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is when a person has symptoms after
being in or seeing a shocking event. Symptoms include nightmares,
flashbacks, feeling numb or depressed, anger, irritability or being easy
distracted or startled.
Phobias are of 2 major types. People with social
phobia have a strong fear of being looked at or being embarrassed in
public. They may avoid many fun and meaningful activities. People with specific phobia have a strong fear of something
that has little or no actual danger. They may avoid certain objects or
situations and may end up limiting their lives when they don't have to.
Anxiety
The signs of anxiety include: