Anxiety disorder is a mental health condition that can be extremely debilitating, both physically and emotionally.
Anxiety disorders are usually characterized by feelings of apprehension. If not addressed on time, these symptoms can affect your everyday routine and keep you from living a happy and functioning life.
Thus, it’s important to understand the nature of these disorders and the strategies available to treat them effectively.
Types of Anxiety Disorders
Some types of anxiety disorders include:
1. Panic disorder
Someone who experiences panic attacks may encounter chest pain, dizziness, stomach upset, and numbness or tingling in their hands or feet. These panic attacks can range in frequency from one to many times per week for several months or years.
2. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
People with PTSD experience flashbacks, terror symptoms, and/or nightmares after exposure to a traumatic event such as combat or sexual assault.
3. Social anxiety disorder
Someone with a social anxiety disorder experiences extreme discomfort while talking to others or performing in front of others because they worry about being judged negatively by others based on their appearance or behavior.
Causes of Anxiety Disorders
The causes of anxiety disorders can be complex and varied. For example, some people develop an anxiety disorder after experiencing a traumatic event. Others develop it as a reaction to physiological changes in the body — whether they’re related to physical pain or hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, or menopause. Still, others develop an anxiety disorder because they have a condition that makes them more susceptible to developing stress-related problems like depression and emptiness or bipolar disorder.
Treatments For Anxiety Disorders
1. Medications
Many people may find that medication helps them feel calmer and less anxious. Medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are most commonly prescribed for the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders. However, they can also be used to treat other conditions, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
2. Counseling
Counseling involves one-on-one sessions with a therapist that helps you learn how to manage your feelings and behaviors without resorting to alcohol and drug addiction. Counselors may help you learn how to relax when you’re feeling tense or cope with stress more healthily. You might also learn new skills for dealing with problems at home or work, such as assertiveness training or problem-solving techniques.
3. Hypnosis
Hypnosis teaches you to recognize and correct negative thoughts that lead to anxiety symptoms. It also helps you change your negative thinking patterns and can sometimes be used for mild depression or as an adjunct therapy for medications for other conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression, or pain management.
So, if you’re struggling to effectively manage symptoms of depression, stress, and anxiety, feel free to reach out to Blossom Hypnosis today!
Rekha Shrivastava is an experienced and trusted hypnosis expert serving patients in Rochester, NY using stress and anxiety management treatments.
For further details, reach out to us at 585-281-2988 and book an appointment.
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