All About Anxiety/Concentration Issues

Heard of anxiety? It is the most common mental health issue. The cases of Anxiety seemed to have marked an exponential jump. Therefore it is very important for us to understand what anxiety is and how to seek help. Anxiety in general, means nervousness, or worrying too much or having a self doubt in almost all the things in life. Although it is true that everyone gets the symptoms of anxiety once in a while but if the feelings persist and become overwhelming, recurring, and start to impact your social, personal and professional life, it means you need to talk to a therapist.

Mode of Counselling: Both In-Person/Online Counselling

Though it all depends on the person’s feelings of worry and the degree of the emotions, some common symptoms are given below

• Your anxiety is causing intrusive and obsessive thoughts.
• It is difficult to concentrate and issues like Procrastination
• Lack of Sleep
• Constantly feel restless and frustrated.
• Or, you could develop physical symptoms like tense muscles, or high blood pressure.
• There could be trembling, sweating, a racing heartbeat and dizziness
• In others, it may also cause headaches, digestive problems, difficulty breathing, and nausea.

What causes anxiety?

The causes of anxiety can be many. Our fast paced lifestyles and use of social media could cause chronic anxiety. An unresolved trauma in the past can lead to a severe form of anxiety which is PTSD, post-traumatic stress disorder. And, in situations like these, anxiety counselling can really help. A good therapy can help an anxious person learn coping skills like deep breathing, meditation, exercise, and assertive communication.

When is the right time to get help for my anxiety?

Look, anxiety is a problem that when it gets worse because of the stressors and continues to build up, it is bound to affect your life negatively. So, there is no shame in asking for help. Do not cover your feelings and know you are not alone. If you are not comfortable talking to your loved ones, our therapists are available to understand you better.

Remember you are not alone in this. But first and foremost, always to recognise and accept that your anxiety can get worse and lead to panic attacks and PTSD. It is important to seek professional counselling treatment so that you can also deal with everyday life’s challenges. When you take help from us, your information is kept 100% confidential, private & anonymous. Whether you’re suffering from panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, unrelenting worries, or an incapacitating phobia, it’s important to know that you don’t have to live with anxiety and fear. Treatment can help, and for many anxiety problems, therapy is often the most effective option.

Our therapy can help you uncover the underlying causes of your worries and fears; learn how to relax; look at situations in new, less frightening ways; and develop better coping and problem-solving skills. Therapy gives you the tools to overcome anxiety and teaches you how to use them. There is no quick fix for anxiety. Overcoming an anxiety disorder takes time and commitment. Our counseling will involves facing your fears rather than avoiding them, so sometimes you’ll feel worse before you get better. The important thing is to stick with treatment and follow your therapist’s guidelines. If required, your therpit will guide you to meet a Psychiatrist for medication. If you’re feeling discouraged with the pace of recovery, remember that therapy for anxiety is very effective in the long run. You’ll reap the benefits if you see it through.