Anxieties Disorders Discussion
Anxiety disorders are a combination of distress and mental illness. Most of them are characterized by lack of sleep, chest pain, dry mouth, short breath, irregular heartbeats, and others. There are specific disorders such as panic disorders, which makes one feel as if they are having a heart attack and are characterized by sweating. Other anxiety disorders such as social anxiety make the victims self-conscious about their daily interactions with the public. Sometimes patients with anxiety disorders feel like they are being judged or harassed by others. Anxiety disorders do not have specific causes, but researchers point out that changes in the environment, the brain or genes may be the cause (WebMD, 2003).
A doctor’s diagnostics may sometimes help establish the origin of the anxiety disorder, although lab tests are not sufficient in diagnosing these disorders. Most patients are usually sent to mental health specialists such as psychologists or psychiatrists who have predefined questions for patients to determine if they have anxiety disorders or not. Sometimes anticonvulsant drugs are prescribed for these patients to lower their anxiety; also, the doctors can determine the severity of the disorder and determine if it affects the usual daily activities of the victim (WebMD, 2003).
To manage anxiety symptoms, patients are advised to get ample sleep and to talk to a doctor if they still have trouble getting sleep. Other methods include exercise, eating healthy food, avoiding foods that are rich in caffeine such as tea and coffee, and jogging. These exercises help to improve the mood of the patient and avoiding stress. Patients are always advised to consult their doctors before taking over-the-counter medicines (WebMD, 2003).
References
WebMD. (2003, February 2). All About Anxiety Disorders: From Causes to Treatment and Prevention. https://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/guide/anxiety-disorders