Anxiety, The Most Common Mental Illness

There are various types of anxiety disorders thatgenetics, brain chemistry, and environmental factors.
millions of people in the United States suffer from.Anxiety usually starts during childhood or adolescence.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mentalHowever, it can start in adulthood.
illness. They can greatly affect the sufferer's life. So,Anxiety is almost always triggers by environmental
if you have anxiety it is important to take control offactors. Things such as the death of a loved one,
your life by controlling your symptoms. This articledivorce, losing a job, moving, abuse, financial
can help you better understand anxiety.problems, etc.
There are actually many symptoms of anxietyAnxiety is more common in women than men. Using
including excessive worry, restlessness, irritability,addictive substances such as alcohol, nicotine and
headaches, difficulty concentrating, nausea, tiredness,even caffeine can worsen anxiety. Withdrawal from
and trouble falling asleep. Panic attacks are also a signthe same substances also worsens anxiety.
that someone is suffering from a more serious caseYou can go to a therapist or doctor to help you
of anxiety.control your anxiety. A doctor can give you
Anxiety may possibly be a symptom itself. It ismedications that are anti-anxiety or anti-depressant
believed to be a symptom of health issues includingpills. However, you can try to control symptoms
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart failure,yourself before you start taking medication. To
or heart arrhythmia. So, if you have anxiety andreduce anxiety try the following things, eat healthy,
aren't sure why, check with your doctor just to beexercise, get good sleep, relax, and surround yourself
safe.with good people. Also drink less caffeine and alcohol,
Other things that can cause anxiety disorders areand try to smoke less.