Understanding
Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural human emotion, but when it becomes overwhelming or persistent, it can significantly impact your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.
Understanding
Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural human emotion, but when it becomes overwhelming or persistent, it can significantly impact your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.
Understanding
Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural human emotion, but when it becomes overwhelming or persistent, it can significantly impact your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.
What does Anxiety feel like?
Living with anxiety often feels like your mind is constantly racing, jumping from one worry to the next without relief. You might find yourself anticipating the worst-case scenario in everyday situations, struggling to concentrate on tasks, or feeling restless and on edge.
Physical symptoms frequently accompany these mental experiences - your heart might pound, palms sweat, or you may feel short of breath even when there's no immediate danger. Many people describe feeling trapped in a cycle of worry that affects their sleep, work performance, and relationships, leading to avoidance of situations that trigger their anxiety.
Common Symptoms
Excessive worry about future events
Restlessness and feeling on edge
Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
Rapid heartbeat and sweating
Muscle tension and fatigue
Sleep disturbances or insomnia
Avoidance of anxiety-triggering situations
Panic attacks with intense fear
What does Anxiety feel like?
Living with anxiety often feels like your mind is constantly racing, jumping from one worry to the next without relief. You might find yourself anticipating the worst-case scenario in everyday situations, struggling to concentrate on tasks, or feeling restless and on edge.
Physical symptoms frequently accompany these mental experiences - your heart might pound, palms sweat, or you may feel short of breath even when there's no immediate danger. Many people describe feeling trapped in a cycle of worry that affects their sleep, work performance, and relationships, leading to avoidance of situations that trigger their anxiety.
Common Symptoms
Excessive worry about future events
Restlessness and feeling on edge
Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
Rapid heartbeat and sweating
Muscle tension and fatigue
Sleep disturbances or insomnia
Avoidance of anxiety-triggering situations
Panic attacks with intense fear
What does Anxiety feel like?
Living with anxiety often feels like your mind is constantly racing, jumping from one worry to the next without relief. You might find yourself anticipating the worst-case scenario in everyday situations, struggling to concentrate on tasks, or feeling restless and on edge.
Physical symptoms frequently accompany these mental experiences - your heart might pound, palms sweat, or you may feel short of breath even when there's no immediate danger. Many people describe feeling trapped in a cycle of worry that affects their sleep, work performance, and relationships, leading to avoidance of situations that trigger their anxiety.
Common Symptoms
Excessive worry about future events
Restlessness and feeling on edge
Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
Rapid heartbeat and sweating
Muscle tension and fatigue
Sleep disturbances or insomnia
Avoidance of anxiety-triggering situations
Panic attacks with intense fear
History of Anxiety
Understanding anxiety has evolved dramatically throughout medical history, from ancient philosophical concepts to modern neuroscientific insights.
1860s
German physician Carl Westphal provided the first clinical descriptions of panic disorder and agoraphobia, marking the beginning of modern anxiety research.
1950s
The development of the first anti-anxiety medications (benzodiazepines) and formal psychiatric classification systems established anxiety as a legitimate medical condition.
1980s
Cognitive-behavioral therapy emerged as a highly effective treatment, shifting focus from purely medical to psychological approaches for anxiety management.
Present
Advanced neuroimaging and genetic research provide deep insights into anxiety mechanisms, enabling personalized treatment approaches combining therapy, medication, and lifestyle interventions.
History of Anxiety
Understanding anxiety has evolved dramatically throughout medical history, from ancient philosophical concepts to modern neuroscientific insights.
1860s
German physician Carl Westphal provided the first clinical descriptions of panic disorder and agoraphobia, marking the beginning of modern anxiety research.
1950s
The development of the first anti-anxiety medications (benzodiazepines) and formal psychiatric classification systems established anxiety as a legitimate medical condition.
1980s
Cognitive-behavioral therapy emerged as a highly effective treatment, shifting focus from purely medical to psychological approaches for anxiety management.
Present
Advanced neuroimaging and genetic research provide deep insights into anxiety mechanisms, enabling personalized treatment approaches combining therapy, medication, and lifestyle interventions.
History of Anxiety
Understanding anxiety has evolved dramatically throughout medical history, from ancient philosophical concepts to modern neuroscientific insights.
1860s
German physician Carl Westphal provided the first clinical descriptions of panic disorder and agoraphobia, marking the beginning of modern anxiety research.
1950s
The development of the first anti-anxiety medications (benzodiazepines) and formal psychiatric classification systems established anxiety as a legitimate medical condition.
1980s
Cognitive-behavioral therapy emerged as a highly effective treatment, shifting focus from purely medical to psychological approaches for anxiety management.
Present
Advanced neuroimaging and genetic research provide deep insights into anxiety mechanisms, enabling personalized treatment approaches combining therapy, medication, and lifestyle interventions.
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Take a short self-test to see if counselling might make a difference.
Instructions
Answer based on the last 2 weeks. Choose the option that fits best. You’ll see your results at the end.
This short self-test screens for stress over the last 2 weeks. It isn’t a diagnosis, but it can help you decide next steps.
How therapy can help
Evidence-based therapy approaches, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), have proven highly effective for treating anxiety disorders. Through therapy, you'll learn to identify and challenge anxious thought patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and gradually face feared situations in a safe, supportive environment.
Therapists also integrate mindfulness techniques, exposure therapy, and relaxation training to provide comprehensive anxiety management tools that create lasting change.
Benefits of Therapy
Learn evidence-based coping and relaxation techniques
Identify and challenge negative thought patterns
Develop emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills
Build confidence through gradual exposure to feared situations
Improve problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Enhance communication skills and relationship quality
Create personalised anxiety management strategies
Develop long-term resilience and relapse prevention skills
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about anxiety and treatment
How do I know if my anxiety is severe enough to need professional help?
What's the difference between normal stress and an anxiety disorder?
How long does anxiety therapy typically take to work?
Can anxiety be cured completely?
How therapy can help
Evidence-based therapy approaches, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), have proven highly effective for treating anxiety disorders. Through therapy, you'll learn to identify and challenge anxious thought patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and gradually face feared situations in a safe, supportive environment.
Therapists also integrate mindfulness techniques, exposure therapy, and relaxation training to provide comprehensive anxiety management tools that create lasting change.
Benefits of Therapy
Learn evidence-based coping and relaxation techniques
Identify and challenge negative thought patterns
Develop emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills
Build confidence through gradual exposure to feared situations
Improve problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Enhance communication skills and relationship quality
Create personalised anxiety management strategies
Develop long-term resilience and relapse prevention skills
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about anxiety and treatment
How do I know if my anxiety is severe enough to need professional help?
What's the difference between normal stress and an anxiety disorder?
How long does anxiety therapy typically take to work?
Can anxiety be cured completely?
How therapy can help
Evidence-based therapy approaches, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), have proven highly effective for treating anxiety disorders. Through therapy, you'll learn to identify and challenge anxious thought patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and gradually face feared situations in a safe, supportive environment.
Therapists also integrate mindfulness techniques, exposure therapy, and relaxation training to provide comprehensive anxiety management tools that create lasting change.
Benefits of Therapy
Learn evidence-based coping and relaxation techniques
Identify and challenge negative thought patterns
Develop emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills
Build confidence through gradual exposure to feared situations
Improve problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Enhance communication skills and relationship quality
Create personalised anxiety management strategies
Develop long-term resilience and relapse prevention skills
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about anxiety and treatment
How do I know if my anxiety is severe enough to need professional help?
What's the difference between normal stress and an anxiety disorder?
How long does anxiety therapy typically take to work?
Can anxiety be cured completely?
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