Overcoming Anxiety

Summary

Anxiety is an abnormal and overwhelming sense of apprehension and fear ranging from mild unease to intense fear, often marked by physiological signs such as sweating, tension and increased pulse. Everyone experiences a certain amount of apprehension and nervousness in a stressful situation, but when the anxiety state becomes prolonged or excessive, seeking help is advised.

Anxiety disorders are some of the most commonly seen issues experienced in clinical practice. There are several types of anxiety disorder including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorders, obsessive compulsive dsorder, phobic disorders, acute stress disorder and post traumatic stress syndrome.

Signs and Symptoms

excessive worry
muscle tension
restlessness
nervousness
irritability
excessive weakness and fatigue
insomnia
sweating
palpitations

Possible Causes Or Contributing Factors

emotional factors including fear, rejection, abandonment and stressful lifestyle
hormonal imbalances
blood sugar imbalances
thyroid problems
diet high in refined sugar and chemical additives
food allergies
heavy metal toxicity
mercury amalgam dental fillings
liver toxicity