Anxiety Treatment

​Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be a debilitating condition that can interfere with daily life and relationships. In the section below, we will explore what anxiety is, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

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What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a feeling of worry, fear, or unease about an uncertain outcome or an event that is yet to happen. It is a normal and healthy emotion that we all experience at some point in our lives. Anxiety can motivate us to take action or prepare for a challenging situation. However, when anxiety becomes excessive and irrational, it can develop into a mental health disorder.
​ Causes of Anxiety
The exact causes of anxiety disorders are unknown, but several factors can contribute to their development. These factors include:

1. Genetics – There is evidence that anxiety disorders can run in families, suggesting a genetic component.
2. Brain Chemistry – Imbalances in brain chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine can contribute to anxiety disorders.
3. Environmental Factors – Trauma, stressful life events, and chronic stress can increase the risk of developing anxiety disorders.
4. Medical Conditions – Certain medical conditions such as thyroid disorders, heart disease, and respiratory problems can cause or exacerbate anxiety symptoms.​

Types of Anxiety Disorder

There are several types of anxiety disorders, including:

1. Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – GAD is characterised by excessive worry and anxiety about everyday events and situations. People with GAD may worry about their health, finances, work, relationships, and other daily activities.
2. ​Panic Disorder – Panic disorder is characterised by sudden and intense feelings of fear or terror, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as chest pain, rapid heartbeat, and difficulty breathing.
3. Social Anxiety Disorder – Social anxiety disorder is characterised by a fear of being judged, criticised, or embarrassed in social situations. People with social anxiety may avoid social events, speaking in public, and meeting new people.
4. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – OCD is characterised by persistent and intrusive thoughts, images, or impulses that cause anxiety, and repetitive behaviours or mental acts aimed at reducing the anxiety.
5. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) – PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after a traumatic event. It is characterised by intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and flashbacks related to the traumatic event, avoidance of triggers, and hyperarousal.

Symptoms of Anxiety

The symptoms of anxiety can vary depending on the type of anxiety disorder. Common symptoms include:

1. Excessive worry or fear about everyday events or situations
2. Feeling restless, irritable, or on edge
3. Difficulty concentrating or focusing
4. Physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, sweating, and trembling
5. Avoidance of social situations or activities
6. Intrusive thoughts, images, or impulses
7. Compulsive behaviours aimed at reducing anxiety
8. Panic attacks

Treatments for Anxiety

The treatment for anxiety disorders often involves a combination of medication and therapy. The medication can help alleviate symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Therapy can help individuals learn coping strategies and develop new ways of thinking and behaving. Clinical Hypnotherapy as well as Counselling and Psychotherapy are types of therapy that have been shown to be effective in treating anxiety disorders. We help individuals identify negative thought patterns and behaviours that contribute to anxiety and replace them with more positive ones, we have many years of experience in this field and are very successful in treating Anxiety Disorders.
Other forms of therapy that can be effective in treating anxiety disorders include exposure therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies. Clinical Hypnotherapy as well as NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) can help you to overcome and deal with the symptoms, and can sometimes even replace the need for medication (only after consulting your doctor) .

Luckily at Health renewed we offer all these services and after an initial consultation can direct you to the therapy which would be of the most appropriate for you as an individual.

Please feel free to call us and have a free initial conversation to see what we can do for you.

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