Many people who read about anxiety may have some ideas about its affects on the human body, but what most do not know is that Anxiety, like a cancer, has crippling forces that can render its victims helpless and traumatized for life. You on the other hand do not have to “Go Out” like that! No, you don’t. So learn the facts and turn your next situation around for the better, not the worse. Okay, so I take it that you are reading this article because you, like many others, have had some issues with this attacking tyrant-Anxiety.

Well, I have good news; and these simple tips will put you ahead of the game instead of under the bus the next time anxiety tries to cripple you. Before we jump-start into the cures, it is important that you have a good understanding about what you are dealing with; for example, what exactly is an Anxiety Attack Why is it called an attack and not a response Below are some definitions that I believe will shed some light on the this dark monster:

Well, I have good news; and these simple tips will put you ahead of the game instead of under the bus the next time anxiety tries to cripple you. Before we jump-start into the cures, it is important that you have a good understanding about what you are dealing with; for example, what exactly is an Anxiety Attack Why is it called an attack and not a response

Real World Definitions (RWD): An anxiety attack is a physiological response that affects your nervous system because of your state of mind toward a (present, past or future) stimulus or event. This could be thoughts about a relationship, driving on the highway, a blind date, your first job or interview, etc. Bottom line, you are responsible for the onset of the attack; it is how you perceive the stimulus or event that determines the way you react. Also, you do not “respond” to the attack, you “react” mentally, and then your mind creates the illusion, which signals your body (the nervous system) to “respond” to what your brain tells it to do. You mentally react, but your body responds physically to your thoughts. In the process, your heart rate (HR) increases, followed by your blood pressure (BP) as a result of an increased amount of epinephrine (hormone) into the bloodstream that prepares the body for fight or flight…In other words, the mind tells the body that it is engaging in a stressful situation and needs to escape.

Below are some definitions that I believe will shed some light on this dark monster:

1. A vague unpleasant emotion that is experienced in anticipation of some (usually ill-defined) misfortune

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2. Anxiety is a psychological and physiological state characterized by cognitive, somatic, emotional, and behavioral components. Seligman, M.E.P., Walker, E.F. & Rosenhan, D.L. (2001). Abnormal psychology, (4th ed.) New York: W.W. Norton & Company, Inc. …

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3. A sense of apprehension and fear often marked by physical symptoms (such as sweating, tension, and increased heart rate)

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Symptoms of an attack: When an attack occurs, this may vary for some, but you will have sweaty palms, increased breathing and nervousness, speech impediments, along with altered thought processes followed by a panicky feeling; wherein you are not able to focus on your task at hand. All these are combined with every NEGATIVE THOUGHT that comes to mind. For example: this is not going to work; I have no idea what I am doing; I hate this thing; I wish it would all go away; I am going to fail; O’ God, Help!

What’s happening to me You are basically shutting down your body based on your though processes. Every negative thought that you generate, the body respond because it thinks it’s in danger; when in fact, you are really not but you think so.

Why is it call an Attack It is an attack because your body thinks it is in danger and is now desperately trying to FREE itself. If you really want to know why they call it an attack, try standing in a pit of cobra snakes or something that really terrifies you, and then tell me what happens. Or speak before a large crowd on a topic you have no clue about, or take a major exam you really wanted to pass but are unsure if you really know enough to pass. You become panicky because you actually think you are going to be injured, fail or have a negative experience.

Your body is designed to protect itself when it senses danger. However, we can create that same danger based on how we think. Have you ever heard this term from the Bible: “As a man thinketh so is he ” Well, it is a fact; a true statement.

What should I do Hey, you are not alone on this one. There are millions of people who suffer from this; many of which have been cured, but have relapses every now and again. There is power in the way you think! You can change this by renewing your mind; think of something positive.

I have found that the best way to stop anxiety is to NOT THINK ABOUT THE END RESULT AT ALL; just take it one step at a time; think about the journey instead of the destination.

Think of it this way: if you knew how you will die, would you REALLY want to live to actually see it No! None of us would. But if you live each moment one day at a time, you will find a happier person inside of you bursting to come out-FREE! So, bottom line, it could be worse; but it does not have to be that way if you just enjoy the journey and leave the destination as a big surprise party with you as the honored guest.

Remember, your life is worth more than stressors, attacks, setbacks, let-downs, and disappointments; how you think makes all the difference. So, THINK YOUR WAY TO A BETTER YOU!! GOOD LUCK…

Anxiety disorders can be treated successfully. To get better outcomes medication and psychotherapy should be used simultaneously. If anxiety is limiting your life and interfering with daily activities you need to find some help.

There are different anxiety disorders such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder to Panic attacks. It is an uncomfortable uneasy feeling. We have all had it at some time in our lives but imagine having it all the time. Some people do not get a reprieve from it in their lifetime. In severe cases people cannot leave their home because of their anxiety. Anxiety disorder can lead to Panic attack, which is fatal.

Panic attacks come on sudden anywhere, any place. For your health, anxiety should be treated. You do not have to live in a world of fear. In such situation you may feel like you are choking, having a heart attack or that something catastrophic is going to happen.

Panic attacks are very frightening. You can learn to overcome them for your health, anxiety and panic attacks. Generalized Anxiety Disorder and panic attacks are not normal but can be successfully treated. They can occur together or you may have one type.

Anxiety can be treated with medications. For fast acting relief from a panic attack benzodiazepine can be used. They work within a half hour.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder has responded well to the newer Serotonin Inhibitors. Pixel in particular is used to treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder with success. Medication alone does not cure the anxiety it just masks it. Psychotherapy should be used to teach the sufferer some skills to use to reduce or eliminate their symptoms.

Have you ever heard of social anxiety disorder? Maybe you have and you’re not quite sure what it is, which is okay because there are many people that don’t. But what if you have it? How would you know? Social Anxiety Disorder is a condition in which someone is afraid of being in public. They feel as if everyone stares at them all the time, whether they’re walking along sidewalk, talking to friends, or standing in line at the supermarket.

These people are also afraid of public speaking. One instance would be a homework assignment in school that would require you to read in front of the class. One with social anxiety disorder might opt to fail to finish the homework assignment and take the bad grade rather than facing their fear of speaking in public.

The diagnosis for this particular disorder is a little complicated, as you might have imagined by now. First of all you will need to go do a physician for a screening. You will have to take several tests to see where you stand. If any of the answers you give point to a possibility of having SAD, then you will need to have a full clinical exam to determine whether or not you actually have the disorder. If it turns out that you do, you should have experienced the following symptoms at some point:

These symptoms will generally occur when you are faced with a situation in which you are the center of attention:

trembling

dry mouth

disorientation

shaking

sweating

shortness of breath

tension

It’s pretty obvious how this would affect everyday life, and as such it’s something you’ll want to get taken care of as soon as possible! So what do you do if you find that you’re suffering from SAD? The best thing is to seek some type of treatment.

The treatment of this condition can range from medication, to different types of social training. For those who aren’t into medication, one good type of social training is to be immersed into a situation that you would be otherwise uncomfortable with. Being forced to do something that you wouldn’t normally do will generally show you that it’s okay.

Though if you have a severe case, a therapist might start with having you do imagined scenarios where you would think out how you would react in a certain social situation. It’s a long process, but it can be done if you stick with it.

Remember that you don’t have to go through this alone. You have the option of confiding in friends and family members, and there are even communities of people online who are going through the same thing that you are. You are not alone, you never have to be alone. Find friends, find loved ones, and talk to them, they’ll understand.

In order to live with and face this disease in your every day life, you’re going to have to do a few things. First of all you’re going to need to accept that you have a problem. Learn to control your fear instead of allowing it to control you. Everyone is a little nervous in public, remember that. Also remember that no one has any predetermined conclusions about you! You have the chance to make any impression you want, so do it!

You can live with this disorder, you can get help! Don’t let it rule your life, your career, or your relationships. Find a way to make it through, you can do it.