In addition to knowing what anxiety is, part of our philosophy is giving you the information you need for a full recovery. It’s important to understand the symptoms of anxiety. Let’s look at three conditions or events related to anxiety; the feeling of anxiety, panic or anxiety attacks, and generalized anxiety disorder.
Anxiety
Anxiety, in general, can result in concentration problems, dizziness, sweating, difficulty speaking, difficulty sleeping, lightheadedness, shallow breathing, jumpiness, chills and feeling shaky.
Panic Attacks
Panic attacks, also known as anxiety attacks, are when anxiety has reached such a level that the body takes extreme measures against perceived danger. Panic or anxiety attacks are frightening events that are characterized by rushed or difficulty breathing, extreme fear, feeling like one is having a heart attack as well as a general sense of impending doom.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or GAD, is diagnosed when, over the course of six months, a person finds it hard to control a sense of worry more days than not in a way that greatly impacts their life. Generalized anxiety disorder is linked to fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and muscle tension.