Anxiety
Anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.
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Examples of anxiety disorders include panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
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Symptoms include stress that is out of proportion to the impact of the event, inability to set aside a worry, and restlessness.
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Treatment includes counseling or medications, including antidepressants.
Common diagnosis- More than 3 million US cases per year.
Get Help Now:
1. ADAA (Anxiety and Depression Association of America)
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2. NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) www.nimh.nih.gov
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The Crisis Text Hotline is open 24/7 all year in US.
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In a crisis, text “HELLO” to 741741
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3. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) www.nami.org
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1-800-950-NAMI
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Or, in a crisis, text “NAMI” to 741741
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4. SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
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1-800-662-HELP (4357)
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National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7 available 365-a-year treatment, referral and information service available in English and Spanish.