Anxiety

Anxiety is a natural response to stress or perceived threats. It's a feeling of apprehension, uneasiness, or worry about future events. While it's normal to experience occasional anxiety, excessive or persistent anxiety that interferes with daily life may be indicative of an anxiety disorder.

Anxiety presents in various settings:

  • Social Anxiety

  • School and Academic Related Anxiety

  • Work/Office Anxiety

  • Sports Performance Anxiety

  • Sexual Performance Anxiety

Excessive worry

Persistent and overwhelming concern about various aspects of life. Difficulty controlling or stopping the worrying thoughts.

Physical Symptoms

Symptoms can include restlessness, muscle tension, increased heart rate, sweating, trembling, and fatigue.

sleep disturbances

Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep due to anxious thoughts.

Avoidance behaviors

Individuals with anxiety may avoid certain situations or activities to prevent triggering anxious feelings.

Daily functioning

Anxiety can interfere with work, relationships, and other aspects of daily life.

Cognitive symptoms

Racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, and a sense of impending doom or danger.

Depression

Depression is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities. People with depression often experience changes in sleep and appetite, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and feelings of worthlessness. It can affect various aspects of a person's life, including their thoughts, emotions, and daily functioning.

  • Persistent Sadness

  • Loss of Interest or Pleasure

  • Changes in Sleep Patterns

  • Changes in Appetite or Weight

  • Fatigue and Lack of Energy

  • Difficulty Concentrating

  • Feelings of Worthlessness or Guilt

  • Physical Symptoms

  • Psychomotor Changes

  • Sleep Disturbances

  • Withdrawal from Social Activities

  • Recurrent Thoughts of Death or Suicide

  • Irritability

  • Physical Complaints

  • Difficulty Experiencing Pleasure