Hey students welcome to my course in this i will coach you anxiety disorder and its types in detail with its treatment

1 introduction my course

2 what is anxiety and its types

3 panic disorders

4 phobic disorder

5 generalised anxiety disorder

Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health problems They include generalised anxiety disorders social phobias specific phobias (for example agoraphobia and claustrophobia) and panic disorders Depression is often related to anxiety disorders

Anxiety disorders are common mental health problems that affect many people Approximately 25% of the population have an anxiety disorder that warrants treatment at some time in their life and up to another 25% have less severe anxieties such as fears of spider and snakes

Cause

The causes of anxiety disorders aren't fully understood Life experiences such as traumatic events appear to trigger anxiety disorders in people who are already prone to anxiety Inherited traits also can be a factor

Not all anxiety is a disorder

Everyone experiences anxiety and fear at times these are normal and helpful human emotions that help us deal with danger However some people experience excessive and irrational anxiety and worries that become ongoing and distressing and that interfere with their daily lives This may indicate an anxiety disorder Often there appears to be no obvious or logical reason for the way the person feels This may make an anxiety disorder even more worrying to the sufferer

Symptoms of anxiety

Feeling nervous restless or tense

Having a sense of impending danger panic or doom

Having an increased heart rate

Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation)

Sweating

Trembling

Feeling weak or tired

Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry

Having trouble sleeping

Experiencing gastrointestinal (GI) problems

Having difficulty controlling worry

Having the urge to avoid things that trigger Anxiety

Recovery is possible with treatment

Recovery from an anxiety disorder is possible with the right treatment and support Effective treatments for anxiety disorders may include

1 Cognitive behavioural therapy aims to change patterns of thinking beliefs and behaviours that may trigger anxiety

2 Exposure therapy involves gradually exposing a person to situations that trigger anxiety using a fear hierarchy this is called systematic desensitisation

3 Anxiety management and relaxation techniques for example deep muscle relaxation meditation breathing exercises and counselling

4 Medication this may include antidepressants and benzodiazepine