Evident Signs That You Should Seek Anxiety Counseling

By Peter Murphy


Patients with mental disorders are unfortunately misjudged. This is mainly because the majorities of issues have very little or no physical symptoms. Anxiety in specific is a complex condition that is quite common. Patients suffering from the disorder will consistently feel nervous or stressed. If the concern is not dealt with, it could take a toll on just about every area of your life. Below are a few telltale signs that you are in grave need of anxiety counseling.

Anxiety concerns manifest themselves in different ways. For that reason these issues are classified into different categories. There is (OCD) obsessive-compulsive disorder, (PTSD) post-traumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety and phobias. Fortunately, there is much that a counselor can do to help you, irrespective of the nature of the concerns you have.

It is in human nature to worry sometimes. It is however not normal to feel immensely worried all the time. If this is happening to you, then the chances are that you have an apprehension problem. A consistent feeling of something is wrong somewhere could slap the good taste of life out of your mouth. Patients that suffer from general anxiety are also known to lack sleep and get panic attacks.

Panic attacks can last for as long as half an hour. During this time, the patient will go into an episode of extreme fear and may also get nauseated and feel dizzy. Other symptoms that may present themselves include hyperventilation, hot flashes, chills, an increased heart rate, and a strong feeling of being in danger or being at risk of dying. Panic attacks are sometimes triggered by certain environments for reasons that are not clear.

If a disorder goes untreated, then it could begin showing some physical symptoms. The majorities of patients will suffer from indigestion, nausea and frequent stomach aches. They could also show symptoms such as diarrhea, (IBS) irritable bowel syndrome, cramping and gas. These pains, coupled with apprehension could make even a mild situation to seem like it is out of hand.

Apprehension can hold your life back on different levels. Even though daily life is not always a smooth road, patients are likely to dodge any situation that may seem stressful. Because of this their social, school or work life can get badly affected. Social anxiety disorder makes one afraid to do anything that could attract attention from others.

It is also typical of apprehension patients to over-think even the little stuff. They will worry all through the day and also through the night. This in turn affects their sleep patterns and deprives them of enough rest. What you should know is that the body and also the mind need rest to function properly. If you often suffer from sleeplessness, perhaps you should consider seeing a counselor.

Inner peace and a feeling of happiness from time to time can go a long way in keeping one mentally, emotionally and physically healthy. Anxiety is a problem that could deprive you of all these good sentiments. If you are in need of help, ensure that you find a qualified, licensed and seasoned therapist.




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