The Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Attack

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By Michael Jay

The Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Attack

It is, but, natural to feel worried and scared especially when you are faced with stressful situations. Anxiety is not really considered as a disorder, instead, it functions as a natural reaction of a person's body from danger or things that can be very alarming or threatening.

Even if anxiety it is not really a good feeling, it is not always considered as a bad thing. The real thing about anxiety is that it can make us aware and alert to whatever actions to do and help us resolve issues because it serves as motivating factor. What makes anxiety a disorder is when it occurs constantly, and it can hinder us our usual activities and worse is when it can affect our relationship with other people.

How do we distinguish normal anxiety from anxiety disorder?

Anxiety disorder’s signs and symptoms vary depending on the individual. The sign presents from one person may differ from another. There people that may experience sudden anxiety attacks without warning. Most people appear paranoids and act in a very uncontrollable manner because of the intrusive things that came into their minds. The symptoms of anxiety can be determined emotionally and physically.

What are the emotional symptoms of anxiety disorder?

Aside from being irrational and the feeling of too many fears and worries, there are also other symptoms that affect that affect that emotional aspect of the person.

  • Feeling of misfortune and dread
  • Difficulty in concentrating
  • Feeling Worried and Nervous
  • Irritable and restless
  • Thinking about worst things to happen

What are the physical symptoms of anxiety disorder?

Anxiety disorder does not only affect the emotions of the person suffering from it but also the physical condition of the person. Here are the common physical symptoms of anxiety disorders.

  • Stomach trouble
  • Dizziness
  • Pounding heart
  • Sweating
  • Muscle Tension
  • Insomnia
  • Headaches
  • Muscle Tension
  • Frequent urination
  • Fatigue
  • Tremors

Anxiety disorder can greatly affect a person’smental, physical and emotional health. Anxiety attacks are worse because these happen in an unexpected time and usually, leaving the sufferer in great worries after the attacks. There are lots of known medications to stop anxiety attacks nowadays. There are also guides to help you deal with anxiety disorder.

Anxiety is a psychological and physiological state characterized by cognitive, somatic, emotional, and behavioral components. The said components combine to create an unpleasant feeling, which is typically associated with uneasiness, apprehension, fear, or worry. Anxiety, as a generalized mood condition, can often occur without an identifiable triggering stimulus.

A person who suffers from headaches, panic attacks, or racing thoughts that cannot be controlled then, he must learn how to deal with his/her stress and anxiety better. A certain view says that anxiety is “a future-oriented mood state in which one is ready or prepared to cope with upcoming negative events” suggesting that it is a distinction between future vs. present dangers that divide anxiety and fear. And it is considered as a normal reaction to stress.

There are physical effects that anxiety causes to a one's body, and these include the following: heart palpitations, muscle weakness and tension, nausea, fatigue, chess pain, shortness of breath, stomach aches, and headaches. External signs of anxiety are also very obvious, such as pale skin, sweating, pupillary dilation, and trembling. The person who has anxiety might also experience it as a sense of dread or panic.

Anxiety may lead to even bigger problems. This is because of its effects to one’s mental and emotional health. And as a result, much mischief would come into that person’s life. Thus, one should think ways to help himself cope with, overcome and/or manage his anxiety well.

Meditation is a perfect way to deal with stress, anxiety, and even harmful thoughts. That is why one should take time to meditate and let their mind quiet though it’s too difficult to do. You may use meditation aid to help you overcome the difficulties that you are experiencing. However, like anything worth learning, meditation requires practice for a better result.

Comments

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wyanjen 2 years ago

Hi Michael

I had a personal tragedy a time go, and I suffered from anxiety attacks afterward.

I argued up and down with the doctors about it because I wasn't feeling the emotional symptoms. I would go about feeling fine, in good spirits, and then WHAM I would be in a full-on crisis. I went to the ER one night because my heart was beating so hard that you see visibly see my ribs moving from it. But, I was not even remotely upset about anything...

Eventually the attacks stopped. But without any emotional symptoms, I was very confused.

I have lots of sympathy for folks who have chronic attacks. It is no fun.

Thanks for this hub! I enjoyed it.

Jen

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Michael Jay Hub Author 2 years ago

Hello Wyanjen! Sad to hear that you're one of those people who suffered from this disorder. Thank you for sharing your experience and for giving a comment. I hope you that you will fully recover from anxiety attacks.

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Ingenira Level 5 Commenter 18 months ago

Great hub to help one identify if he/she has an anxiety attack.

My neighbour suffered from anxiety attack after her mom was diagnosed with cancer. She was not able to do daily house work and send her children to school. She is blessed to have a supportive husband and church members to help her through the hard time.

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Michael Jay Hub Author 18 months ago

Thanks a lot for your comment, Ingenira! She's really going through a tough stage of her life, yet, she is still so blessed that despite the situation, she still has people who are helping her cope with life's challenges.

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