Anxiety is a normal feeling that we all have, however when you have a constant and overwhelming fear and worry, you may have anxiety disorder. There are many different types of anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, phobias, and separation anxiety.

Anxiety can have many symptoms that would affect the body in different ways, such as physically, psychologically, and behaviorally. Anxiety disorders can be caused by multiple different factors such as genetics, brain chemistry, environmental stress, drug withdrawal/misuse, or a medical condition. It is important to get diagnosed and get therapy to know why you are experiencing anxiety.

Facts and statistics about Anxiety disorders:

• – Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness and affects 30% of adults at some point in their lives
• – Generalized Anxiety Disorder affects 6.8 million adults in the United States
• – Only 1/3 of people with an anxiety disorder seek out treatment
• – 8% of children and teenagers experience an anxiety disorder
• – 50% of Americans diagnosed with anxiety disorders are also diagnosed with depression

Anxiety disorders can be caused by genetics or environmental reasons. Events, emotions, or experiences can cause symptoms of anxiety to worsen. These are called triggers. There are many things that can trigger someone’s anxiety. These can be internally, such as negative self-talk or unrealistic expectations. They can also be externally, such as major life changes, work or school, relationships, financial issues, etc.