Anxiety Disorders
who they affect, what they, and how to treat them
What Is An Anxiety Disorder?
An anxiety disorder is a mental disorder in which a person experiences an abnormally high amount of anxiety. There are several types of anxiety disorders. Some include obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, and panic disorder. For more information on the types of anxiety disorders, visit http://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/guide/mental-health-anxiety-disorders
Who Anxiety Disorders Affect
Anxiety disorders affect about 18% of adults in America. 8% of teens in America have an anxiety disorder as well. Women more commonly get anxiety disorders than men.
Treatments
Medications
Medications can be used to treat anxiety disorders.
Psychotherapy
Visiting a psychotherapist can help a person recover from an anxiety disorder.
More information on treatments at http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders/index.shtml#part6
A Mix
Some people use both psychotherapy and medications to treat their anxiety disorder.
Other Facts
Facts on Anxiety Disorder
- exercise and eating right can reduce stress which then reduces the risk of getting an anxiety disorder
- anxiety disorder can lead to depression, headaches, teeth grinding, and more
- constant stressing over small things, fatigue, and irritability are some symptoms
- for more facts about anxiety disorders, visit http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/generalized-anxiety-disorder/DS00502/DSECTION=symptoms