Apprehension, tension, or uneasiness from anticipation of danger, the source of which is largely unknown or unrecognized. Primarily of intrapsychic origin, in distinction to fear, which is the emotional response to a consciously recognized and usually external threat or danger. May be regarded as pathological when it interferes with social and occupational functioning, achievement of desired goals, or emotional comfort.
Apprehension, tension, or uneasiness from anticipation of danger, the source of which is largely unknown or unrecognized. Primarily of intrapsychic origin, in distinction to fear, which is the emotional response to a consciously recognized and usually external threat or danger. May be regarded as pathological when it interferes with effectiveness in living, achievement of desired goals or satisfaction, or reasonable emotional comfort.
Symptoms of fear not caused by any danger or threat.
Apprehensive uneasiness, usually accompanied by fear.
The state of being very worried and afraid.
A feeling of uneasiness, tension, worry, and fear, often including physical changes, such as disturbed breathing, rapid heartbeat, and sweating; a common symptom in many mental disorders. Anxiety and avoidance behavior are especially characteristic of the disorders classified as anxiety disorders, including panic disorders, phobic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, separation-anxiety disorder, avoidant disorder, and overanxious disorder.
State of mild to severe apprehension, often without specific cause, resulting in body changes such as quickened heartbeat and sweat. Natural body chemicals (e.g., inosine) help to reduce anxiety and its effects.
A general feeling of uneasiness, dread, uncertainty, and fear in response to or in anticipation of a real or imagined threat. The physical symptoms of anxiety can include racing heart, palpitations, light-headedness, hyperventilation, appetite loss, diarrhea, urinary frequency, hesitancy or indecision, sweating, enlarged pupils, tremors, poor attention span, headache, sexual difficulty, sweating, irritability, sleeplessness (insomnia), fatigue, nightmares, dry mouth, diarrhea, or difficulty swallowing.
An uneasy feeling of discomfort or dread accompanied by an autonomic response; the source is often nonspecific or unknown to the individual; a feeling of apprehension caused by anticipation of danger. It is a potential signal that warns of impending danger and enables the individual to take measures to deal with threat. Recurrence of such reactions that disrupt life when danger does not exist constitute anxiety disorders. These include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder or phobia, posttraumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and procedural anxiety.
Fear that does not have an identifiable source or that is caused by a danger that no longer exists.
Within the domain of human emotions, there arises a state of concern or unease provoked by actual or perceived sources of stress or peril. This state is commonly known as anxiety. It manifests not only on a cognitive level but also evokes physical responses such as rapid heartbeat, perspiration, quivering, exhaustion, and debilitation.
Anxiety is an unpleasant emotional state that can vary from mild unease to intense fear. It is a natural response to stressful situations, enabling the mind and body to prepare for effective response. However, when anxiety arises without apparent cause, it may indicate an underlying anxiety disorder or another psychological condition such as depression.
Anxiety is linked to a range of physical symptoms, with some of the most common manifestations including palpitations (an increased intensity or rapid heartbeat), chest pains, a sensation of tightness in the chest, and hyperventilation. The accompanying muscle tension often gives rise to headaches and back pains.
Anxiety can manifest with various gastrointestinal symptoms, such as dry mouth, bloating, diarrhea, nausea, and swallowing difficulties. Additionally, individuals experiencing anxiety may also encounter symptoms like lightheadedness, sweating, pallor, blushing, and a frequent urge to urinate or defecate.
Individuals experiencing anxiety often have a persistent sense of impending doom or a feeling that something negative will occur. They may harbor fears of illness and worry about the well-being and safety of their loved ones. The fear of losing control is also commonly experienced. Anxiety often results in an increased reliance on others, irritability, feelings of fatigue, and a sense of frustration. Moreover, individuals with anxiety may struggle to relax, leading to difficulties in sleeping.
Counseling or psychotherapy can be beneficial for individuals struggling with anxiety. In cases where an underlying condition like depression is present, treatment with antidepressant drugs may be recommended. Antianxiety medications are employed for short-term symptom management; however, their long-term use is generally avoided due to the potential for addiction.