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