At some point in our lives, most of us will experience anxiety. It’s a natural reaction to many stressors, such as starting a new job, taking final exams, or becoming a new parent.

For many people, the anxiety will subside once the stressor goes away. However, for some, anxiety becomes persistent and even extreme, even without visible stresses, and interferes with everyday living. In these cases, the person is diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.

Types of Anxiety Disorders

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, roughly 31% of adults in this country will experience an anxiety disorder at some point. In fact, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the United States.

Anxiety disorders include:

Anxiety can trigger symptoms such as:

How are Anxiety Orders Treated?

If you are suffering from an anxiety disorder, life may feel overwhelming most of the time. But know that there is help out there for you. Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, can reduce or eliminate your uncomfortable symptoms. Your therapist can also assess you to see if you are a good candidate for an anti-anxiety medication, at least to start. Of course, I have found many alternative options, such as deep breathing, acupuncture, and other relaxation techniques, that have helped my clients find calm and peace.

If you’d like to explore therapy options, please reach out to me. Life can get better.

SOURCES:

https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/types-of-anxiety

https://www.hhs.gov/answers/mental-health-and-substance-abuse/what-are-the-five-major-types-of-anxiety-disorders/index.html

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-cube/202204/4-types-anxiety

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