Anxiety
condition
Anxiety Disorder
Per the Mayo Clinic, “experiencing occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. However, people with anxiety disorders frequently have intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. Often, anxiety disorders involve repeated episodes of sudden feelings of intense anxiety and fear or terror that reach a peak within minutes (panic attacks).
These feelings of anxiety and panic interfere with daily activities, are difficult to control, are out of proportion to the actual danger and can last a long time. You may avoid places or situations to prevent these feelings. Symptoms may start during childhood or the teen years and continue into adulthood.
Examples of anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), specific phobias and separation anxiety disorder. You can have more than one anxiety disorder. Sometimes anxiety results from a medical condition that needs treatment.
Whatever form of anxiety you have, treatment can help.”
Promising Outlook often treats anxiety disorders with a personalized multi-pronged approach to treatment utilizing an intensive outpatient program (IOP) when once-a-week therapy isn’t enough.
Conditions
Understanding Anxiety Disorders, and when to see a doctor.
Per the Mayo Clinic, see your doctor if:
- You feel like you’re worrying too much and it’s interfering with your work, relationships or other parts of your life
- Your fear, worry or anxiety is upsetting to you and difficult to control
- You feel depressed, have trouble with alcohol or drug use, or have other mental health concerns along with anxiety
- You think your anxiety could be linked to a physical health problem
- You have suicidal thoughts or behaviors — if this is the case, seek emergency treatment immediately
Your worries may not go away on their own, and they may get worse over time if you don’t seek help. See your doctor or a mental health provider before your anxiety gets worse. It’s easier to treat if you get help early.
TREATABLE CONDITIONS
Types of anxiety.
There are several different types of anxiety, including:
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
GAD is the most commonly diagnosed form of anxiety disorders. It’s characterized by frequent, intense feelings of worry, fear, and stress.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
OCD is a type of anxiety disorder that’s defined by frequent, unwanted thoughts (also known as obsessions) that cause people to engage in repetitive behaviors, or compulsions, that interfere with daily life.
Panic disorder
Panic disorder is a specific form of anxiety. The official diagnosis requires that you’ve had at least two panic attacks and then spent at least a month afterwards worrying about having another one.
Phobias
A phobia is an extreme fear of something. Read more about the dozens of different types of phobias and how they are related to anxiety disorders here.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event.” A PTSD diagnosis requires that symptoms related to the event last for longer than three months.
Separation anxiety disorder
Separation anxiety disorder is primarily associated with younger children, though it can affect teens and young adults as well. This type of anxiety disorder shows up when excess anxiety is induced when separated from a loved one (usually a parent). This anxiety is usually debilitating and seriously affects the person’s ability to function or socialize.
Social phobia, or social anxiety disorder
Some common social settings that may trigger social anxiety are restaurants or cafeterias, parties, public gyms, or public restrooms.
Treatments for anxiety disorders.
A combination of psychotherapy and medication is usually the most effective way to treat anxiety. While every person is different, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most commonly used form of therapy to help people navigate their anxiety. CBT helps young adults and teens recognize the thoughts and patterns that may be contributing to their mental health issues, including feelings of anxiety and/or panic. Once you can recognize the thoughts and behaviors that might be holding you back, your therapist can help you shift and reframe them.
There are a series of cognitive distortions that can exacerbate anxiety such as “should” thoughts (“I should be able to do everything on my to do list in one day no matter what”) or black and white thinking (“If I don’t finish everything on my to do list today, I am a failure.”) CBT directly addresses these distortions, among other issues that might be contributing to your anxiety.
Medication for anxiety depends on your unique circumstances but may include antidepressants (SSRIs) or anti-anxiety medication (benzodiazepines). It’s important to talk to your primary care provider and other mental healthcare specialists to figure out which option works best for you. iHealth’s dedicated staff of clinicians and mental healthcare providers can help you find the right treatment option for your unique needs.
Anxiety disorders can be treatable through an intensive outpatient program (IOP).
Learn about the Intensive Outpatient Program.
Promising Outlook’s online “recover-from-home” Intensive Outpatient Program helps empower adults 18+ in understanding and successfully overcoming their mental health struggles with the unique strength of an unparalleled, multi-pronged approach to mental health care.
Our experienced clinicians are equipped to handle a wide variety of conditions. Have a question? Give us a call at 951.783.2487. It’s confidential and free. We care, and are here to help you on your recovery journey.
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How IOP works
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Promising Outlook’s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is curated for those in need of more support than once-weekly therapy.
We offer uniquely personalized comprehensive care solution that includes multiple weekly sessions of supported groups, family therapy, and individual therapy for 9 to 12 weeks. Clients engage in intensive care around 10 hours a week in various support capacities.
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