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Anxiety is defined as an unpleasant complex combination of emotions often accompanied by physical sensations such as heart palpitations (irregular heart beat), nausea, angina (chest pain), shortness of breath, tension headache, and nervousness.
Anxiety disorders affect about 40 million American adults age 18 years and older (about 18%) in a given year. Only about one-third of those suffering from an anxiety disorder receive treatment. Anxiety disorders are reported to cost the United States more than $42 billion a year.
Unlike the relatively mild, brief anxiety that can be caused by a stressful event (such as testing, a job interview, the .... Read more
Psychotherapy techniques: Generally, anxiety disorders are treated with medications, specific types of psychotherapy, or both. Treatment choices depend on the symptoms and the preference of the doctor and patient.
Strong scientific evidence:Kava: Kava kava (Piper methysticum) is a shrub from the South Pacific islands that has been used for centuries to produce calming effects in humans. Studies have found moderate benefit of kava in the treatment of anxiety, and preliminary evidence suggests that kava may be equivalent to benzodiazepine drugs such as diazepam (Valium®).
The primary symptoms of anxiety disorders are fear and worry. However, anxiety disorders are also characterized by additional emotional and physical symptoms.
Palmtherapy, a form of alternative therapy, is based on the theory that the palm of the hand represents the whole body and thus the specific points on the palm correspond to particular areas of the brain. It is used as a treatment for anxiety and related problems. It has been noted that continuous moderate pressure on certain points of the palm can significantly and effectively reduce anxiety.
Yoga can help with anxiety as an add-on treatment to psychotherapy and medication. The practice of yoga can develop a healthier nervous system, a more peaceful state of mind, better concentration and focus to control fears.
I think the key is to get your mind off the stressful elements in life. Knitting calms me down and helps with my anxiety and panic attacks.
March 23, 2008
by:DOUG
I take walks in order to keep my mind busy and help with my anxiety attacks.
March 24, 2008
by:KENNY
Lavender oil works well to relieve anxiety and panic attacks. Put a drop on a tissue and breathe the scent.
March 25, 2008
by:HUBERT
I take cold showers relieve my anxiety. I feel exhilarated after my showers. Cold shower and massage increases blood circulation and I feel relieved.
March 27, 2008
by:SHAUN
I have suffered from anxiety attacks for several years. I find that listening to soft or classic music really helps to relive anxiety when I feel tense and stressed.
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