Anxiety is extremely common these days as we all battle everyday stressors in addition to this awful coronavirus pandemic. With April being National Anxiety Month, our AFC Urgent Care Clemson team wants to share some important info to help you get a better understanding of what anxiety actually is.

We offer further explanation below, so read on!

What Is an Anxiety Disorder?

Did you know? According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders affected nearly 40 million Americans in the past year. But what does it meant to have an anxiety disorder?

For a person with an anxiety disorder, anxiety does not go away and can get worse over time. In fact, the symptoms can interfere with daily activities, such as job performance, school work and relationships. We’ve listed some common forms of anxiety disorders below.

Common Forms of Anxiety Disorders

• Generalized anxiety disorder—People with GAD display excessive anxiety or worry most days for at least six months about many things, such as personal health, work, social interactions and everyday routine life circumstances.
• Panic disorder—Those with panic disorder have recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, which are sudden periods of intense fear that come on quickly and reach their peak within minutes.
• Phobia-related disorders—There are many kinds of phobias, but these disorders deal with an intense fear of specific objects or situations.

How Can I Find Out If I Have an Anxiety Disorder?

Anxiety is a normal part of life, but when anxiety starts to get in the way of your work, normal daily activities or relationships, it can be a real problem that needs to be dealt with.

If you experience any of the below-mentioned anxiety disorder symptoms, we strongly encourage you to talk to your doctor or a mental health professional to get the help you need.

Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

• Excessive worrying
• Feeling agitated
• Restlessness, including an inability to sleep well
• Fatigue
• Difficulty concentrating
• Tense muscles
• Panic attacks
• Avoiding social situations
• Irrational fears

Have any other mental health questions? Our AFC Urgent Care Clemson team is here for you! Don’t hesitate to visit or call us today.