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What are the 6 types of anxiety?

What are the 6 types of anxiety?

6 Major Types of Anxiety DisordersSeparation Anxiety Disorder.Specific Phobia.Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia)Panic Disorder.Agoraphobia.Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

Do I have anxiety or am I just nervous?

While nervousness is a common symptom of anxiety disorders, they’re not the same thing. Anxiety disorders are psychiatric disorders that develop from a number of complex factors, including genetics, brain chemistry, and life events. Anxiety disorders are long-lasting and uncontrollable without treatment.

What is normal anxiety?

Normal anxiety is intermittent and is expected based on certain events or situations. Problem anxiety, on the other hand, tends to be chronic and irrational, and it interferes with many life functions. Avoidance behavior, incessant worry, and concentration and memory problems may all stem from problem anxiety.

How do I get diagnosed with anxiety?

To diagnose an anxiety disorder, a doctor performs a physical exam, asks about your symptoms, and recommends a blood test, which helps the doctor determine if another condition, such as hypothyroidism, may be causing your symptoms. The doctor may also ask about any medications you are taking.