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    ANXIETY

    Dr. Asif Kamal


    HOD Psychiatry & BS
    GKMC Swabi
    WHAT IS ANXIETY?
     Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe.

     We all feel anxious some times. Anxiety is completely normal!

     A certain amount of anxiety helps us to be more alert and focused.

    For example just prior to an exam, a few exam nerves have a positive effect-motivating us,
    helping us focus our thoughts on the job in hand, making us more alert. In this instance anxiety
    is a good thing as it helps you keep motivated.
     Too much anxiety, or constantly being anxious, is unhealthy and detrimental to our lives and
    relationships.
    TYPES OF
    ANXIETY
     Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
     Social anxiety
     Specific phobias
     Panic disorder
     Agoraphobia
     Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
     Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
     Selective mutism.
     Medication-induced anxiety disorder.
    DIAGNOSIS
    If you have symptoms, your doctor will examine you and ask questions about
    your medical history. They may run tests to rule out other health conditions
    that might be causing your symptoms. No lab tests can specifically diagnose
    anxiety disorders. If your doctor doesn’t find any physical reason for how
    you’re feeling, they may send you to a psychiatrist, psychologist, or another
    mental health specialist. They will ask you questions and use tools and
    testing to find out if you may have an anxiety disorder.
    REMEMBER

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