How do you know whether you have anxiety?
Symptoms of Anxiety
If Anxiety is left unaddressed, symptoms of anxiety can impact work performance, relationships, and daily activities, creating a cycle of worry, stress, and exhaustion. Some key symptoms include
Persistent Negative Thoughts
Persistent negative thoughts in anxiety are recurring, your mind tends to interpret neutral or ambiguous situations in a negative way, reinforcing anxious thoughts.
Heart Palptiations and/or difficulty breathing
Heart palpitations in anxiety are sensations where the heart feels like it is pounding, racing, fluttering, or skipping beats.
A sense of helplessness
A sense of helplessness in anxiety comes from the belief that you have no control over a situation. This can be driven by negative thinking patterns
Causes of Anxiety
Anxiety can arise from a combination of biological, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Here some common causes
Family History
Having a family history of anxiety or other mental health conditions can increase the likelihood of developing anxiety
Social Media
Excessive use of social media can lead to constant comparison, feelings of inadequacy, and a fear of missing out (FOMO), all of which contribute to anxiety.
Traumatic Life Experiences
Experiencing trauma such as physical, emotional, or sexual abuse—can trigger anxiety disorders, including Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
Substance Abuse