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Types of Anxiety Disorders Everyone experiences anxiety and fear at times but when the feelings are intense or continue to reoccur and interfere with your daily routine they could be a sign of an anxiety disorder Talk therapy or psychotherapy and medication are effective treatments First visit your doctor to determine if there are any physical issues that could be the cause of your symptoms A psychiatrist or mental health professional can diagnose the type anxiety disorder you are suffering from Generalized anxiety disorder Everybody feels anxious at times and there are many good reasons for worrying about things like job obligations money or health However if the worries become constant and overtake your life you could be suffering from a more serious anxiety disorder called generalized anxiety disorder GAD People with GAD have feelings of dread that influence their lives for the rest of their lives and are often hard to control disorders anxiety are prone to believe that everything is worst and that small issues can escalate into major disasters GAD can be experienced by anyone and usually begins in adolescence or childhood however it can happen at any age It is twice as prevalent for women and in those who are born female GAD can cause physical symptoms such as stomachaches and headaches as well as make it difficult to sleep It can also cause people to withdraw and lose selfesteem It can interfere with social and work activities People with severe chronic GAD are at a higher risk of developing depression However treatment can help manage the two conditions The specific cause of anxiety disorders is unclear they appear to be related to genes and changes in brain structure which affect the way your body reacts to stress Some experts believe that an imbalance in neurotransmitters in the brain may play a role in the cause GAD is not curable however it can be controlled by psychotherapy talktherapy and medication Psychotherapy also known as talk therapy encompasses a variety of methods that help you identify and change negative thoughts emotions and behaviours Cognitive behavior therapy is a form of therapy that can help you manage your thoughts that are untrue and lessen your anxiety by challenging them The use of medicines can ease some of the physical symptoms such as dizziness and heart palpitations They include antidepressants benzodiazepines and certain medications used to treat seizures such as hydroxyzine GAD isnt easy to identify however it is crucial to seek help if you notice worrying and other signs of the disorder Early treatment is more effective since it lets you manage your physical and mental symptoms before they take over your life Panic disorder The anxiety disorder is characterized by intense sudden feelings of fear and terror panic attacks that peak within minutes This disorder can also cause chest pain shortness breath or the sensation that your heart is fluttering or pounding heart palpitations They are often concerned that their symptoms may be signs of an attack on their heart People with panic disorder may be at risk of developing other anxiety disorders such as depression and other health issues such as hyperthyroidism or asthma Researchers believe that anxiety disorders are caused by a variety of factors Some studies suggest that they may be linked to faulty circuits in the brain that control emotion and fear Other studies suggest that life experiences genetics such as childhood abuse or traumatizing events are typical causes of anxiety disorder A large number of people with anxiety issues have a first degree relative with the condition Anxiety disorders can cause people to be constantly stressed even when they realize their fears arent rational This can result in difficulties in social situations at work or at school Additionally some sufferers of anxiety disorders have difficulty sleeping or eat well They may also have muscle tension irritability and difficulty concentrating A person with generalized anxiety disorder is likely to experience many worries about everyday tasks such as work responsibilities or family issues They may also be irritable and tired or have difficulty concentrating They might also worry about their own safety or that of others There are effective treatments available for anxiety disorders The treatments include medications psychotherapy psychotherapy and other complementary health practices A mental health professional can assist you to determine what disorder is causing your symptoms and suggest the appropriate treatment Psychotherapy or talk therapy can help you deal with anxiety and decrease panic attacks There are a variety of psychotherapy options available including cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure response prevention These therapies can be done individually or in group Social anxiety disorder Although many people feel anxious or shy in certain situations a social anxiety disorders cause such extreme fear anxiety and avoidance of social interactions that it interferes with everyday life activities It can be present in the early years of adulthood however it typically begins in childhood It can manifest as anxiety in specific social situations like speaking in class or going out for date It can also be more widespread and involve the need to avoid situations that could result in being considered a failure The person with SAD may realize that their anxiety is unfounded but feel helpless They try to control their symptoms by avoiding the anxietyprovoking situations but this makes them more anxious in the long run They might also develop safety behaviours to to lessen their anxiety such as drinking alcohol avoiding conversation and avoiding eye contact Some people with SAD might benefit from taking medication in addition to psychological treatment These medications known as antidepressants help balance the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain Some examples of these medications are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors SSRIs and serotoninnorepinephrine reuptake inhibitors SNRIs Its important that you or someone you love receives treatment when they have social anxiety disorder If left untreated the disorder can be debilitating and can lead to other mental health issues such as depression or substance abuse If you or someone else who you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts contact 911 or your local crisis line or text TALK 741741 to talk to a crisis counselor Anxiety disorders are highly treatable but only one out of four people who require care receive it Treatment is impeded by a lack of awareness about anxiety disorders the lack of funding for mental health services and stigma Its also crucial to ensure that your healthcare provider recognizes the different kinds of anxiety disorders to ensure that you will be appropriately diagnosed and treated Request your doctor to refer you to an expert in mental health in case youre not sure if you have an anxiety disorder You can also utilize an online tool to screen Specific Phobias A person who has a specific phobia experiences persistent and intense fear of one or more of the following objects situations animals or other people These fears are usually not proportional to the danger that the object or circumstance presents but they may cause distress and hinder everyday functioning Unlike the other types of anxiety disorders specific phobias cause fear of one stimulus rather than multiple stimuli The object or situation that is feared could be anything from dogs to heights flying to injections and areas that are crowded The condition is widespread and is more common for women than men and usually begins in the adolescent years or early childhood People with specific phobias know their fears are unfounded but this does not lessen the severity of their symptoms Children with phobias that are specific to them usually overcome them However when the fear persists in adulthood it can be difficult to treat Doctors diagnose the disorder by evaluating symptoms and their impact on the way they function in their daily lives Before diagnosing a phobia doctors are able to rule out other disorders with similar symptoms such as agoraphobia or social anxiety disorder s In earlier editions of DSM adults were required to recognize their irrational fears as part of the diagnosis process However the 2013 edition states that this requirement is no longer necessary for adults Treatment options for certain phobias include cognitive behavior therapy and exposurebased therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy concentrates on altering the way people react to their fears and helps them develop healthier coping strategies Exposurebased therapy is the gradual and systematic exposure to the object or situation The patient might begin by thinking about the object or the situation They may then move on to see images of it walking near an elevator playing with toys going to an animal park and viewing real snakes and then experiencing a busy lift While this type of therapy cannot alleviate phobias but it can dramatically reduce the intensity of its symptoms Psychotherapy and medication such as antidepressants or antianxiety drugs are also options for treating specific fears People with specific phobias who test these therapies often report improved outcomes