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A N X I E T Y

DISORDER

What is it?

What is anxiety?

Definition

Anxiety by definition is "a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome."

Anxiety can look very different for everyone. However the most common symptoms include Feeling restless,Being easily fatigued.Having difficulty concentrating. Being irritable.Having headaches, stomachaches, or unexplained pains.

Anxiety is a disorder that can last from several months up to many years

Definition

Anxiety could look like being unable to relax or experiencing tension. feeling dreadful or anticipating the worst feeling as if time is moving more slowly or more quickly. having the impression that others are staring at you and can see how nervous you are.

Different types of Anxiety

Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Any age can experience generalised anxiety disorder. The symptoms include persistent worry, agitation, and difficulty concentrating. Excessive, exaggerated anxiety and worry over regular life occurrences without a clear cause characterise generalised anxiety disorder (or GAD). 

The main different types of Anxiety

Obsessive compulsive disorder

Unreasonable worries and obsessions (also known as compulsive behaviours) are symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder. OCD frequently centres on ideas like a dread of germs or the need to organise objects in a certain way. Symptoms typically appear gradually and change over time.

Panic disorder

When panic attacks are frequent and incapacitating, the situation is referred to as panic disorder. Recurring, unexpected (or "out of the blue") panic attacks are a defining feature of panic disorder. 

Information and statistics

Information and statistics

Information

Anxiety is most commonly found in 12-17 year old females

Information

many traditional causes of anxiety such as poor health, difficult relationships, unemployment, poverty and loneliness, work stress, and exposure to violence, and trauma,

In Australia

A main cause for anxiety is past traumatic experiences that could trigger anxiety problems

Statistics

In 2017-18 3.2 million Australians (13.1%) had an anxiety-related condition.

In Australia, one in 14 children and young people (4 -17 years) experience an anxiety disorder.

Statistics

GAD is the most common type of anxiety disorder.

In Australia

In the first year of the COVID-19 prevalence of anxiety and depression increased by a massive 25%,

Ways to overcome anxiety

How to overcome Anxiety

Medication

Medication perscribed for anxiety

SSRI antidepressants including Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, Lexapro, and Celexa are the ones that are most frequently recommended for anxiety. Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder have all been successfully treated with SSRIs.

Other Methods

Self-care

Avoid drug, Reduce caffeine intake, Physical exercise, Quitting smoking, Relaxation techniques, Stress management and Healthy diet

Other ways to help overcoming anxiety

Therapies

Cognitive behavioral therapy, Meditation and Psychotherapy

Modifications

Educational spaces

Modifications

Workplace

Places where modifications could be needed

Social Events

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Anxiety can make places like a school a difficult place to go to but having the support of peers or teachers could make it better

Anxiety in the workplace should be addressed with the employer so that suitable modifications can be made like flexible break and shift schedules that can accomadate to this persons needs

What are some modifications for these settings?

Some things that could help people with anxiety in social settings is people being aware of their condition and trying their best to make sure this person feels relaxed and at ease

Meditation

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