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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa132.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://centerstone.org/our-resources/health-wellness/overcoming-anxiety/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://centerstone.org/our-resources/health-wellness/overcoming-anxiety/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/centerstone.org\/our-resources\/health-wellness\/overcoming-anxiety\/","crawl_time":1776218367,"first_indexed_time":1548369780,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"org,centerstone!\/our-resources\/health-wellness\/overcoming-anxiety\/ s443","src_root_hash":"1643411456759096732","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How To Overcome Anxiety - Centerstone","meta_descriptions":["Do you often find yourself feeling worried or on edge? What you may be experiencing is anxiety. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful and uncertain"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Home\n\/\nHealth & Wellness Articles\n\/\nAnxiety\n\/\nHow To Overcome Anxiety\nDo you often find yourself feeling worried or on edge? What you may be experiencing is anxiety. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful and uncertain situations. It’s your body’s way of telling you to stay alert and protect yourself. While feeling anxious can make one feel isolated in their experience, it may be helpful to note that you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting about 19% of the U.S. population.\nWhat is Anxiety?\nIf you experience worry and irrational fears for hours at a time, can’t sleep or perform usual tasks, you may have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety becomes unhealthy when it disrupts your day-to-day function. This can happen either because you are worried about things out of your control or things that have not happened yet. People with anxiety disorders may experience constant worry, anticipation of danger, lack of control, difficulty concentrating, and physical restlessness.\nHere are five of the most common anxiety disorders:\nGeneralized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)\nGAD is a pattern of frequent, constant worry and anxiety over many different events and activities. GAD is different from anxiety you may feel about your financial situation or a stressful event in the world. GAD is not triggered by a specific situation. Even in the best of times, GAD affects 6.8 million adults in the U.S. People with GAD experience persistent, excessive, and unrealistic worry about issues like money, health, family, or work for six months or longer. People with GAD don’t know how to stop the worry cycle, which they feel is beyond their control. Physical symptoms of GAD may include fatigue, restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, muscle tension, gastrointestinal discomfort, or diarrhea.\nPhobias\nA phobia is an excessive fear upon exposure to a specific object. When confronted by such objects or events, phobic individuals become extremely fearful. A social phobia is a persistent fear of exposure to possible scrutiny by others. A person with a social phobia may fear that he or she will do something or act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing. This diagnosis is only made if the behavior interferes with functioning at work or in usual social situations, or if the person is considerably distressed about the problem.\nPanic Attacks\nUnmanaged anxiety disorders can lead to panic attacks, which are brief periods of intense fear or discomfort. People who have panic attacks can experience sweating, trembling, palpitations, feelings of choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, and fear of losing control, all in a short period of time. In panic disorder, there is persistent worry and concern about the attacks and changes in behavior related to the attacks. Women are twice as likely to be affected as men. It is common for individuals who have panic attacks to also have major depression.\nPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)\nPTSD occurs when there is exposure to a physically or psychologically traumatic event resulting in an intense emotional response of fear, helplessness, or horror. An individual might experience intrusive thoughts, mental images and\/or disturbing dreams recalling the traumatic event. PTSD disrupts the functioning of people affected by it, interfering with their daily tasks and needs. To be diagnosed with PTSD, symptoms must be present for more than one month, and the traumatic event must cause significant clinical distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of life. Studies show that approximately 8 million Americans have PTSD symptoms in any given year.\nObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)\nOCD is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and\/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). For individuals with OCD, worries, doubts, and superstitious beliefs are common in everyday life. Some people can be methodical and precise and value order and cleanliness, but not have OCD. People with OCD suffer from intrusive obsessions, often compelling them to repeatedly perform ritualistic behaviors and routines (compulsions) to try and ease their anxiety. OCD affects about 2.5 million American adults, and it can be accompanied by eating disorders, other anxiety disorders, or depression.\nTreatment for Anxiety Disorders\nAnxiety disorders can be effectively treated with psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term form of psychotherapy. It focuses on identifying, understanding and modifying thinking and behavior patterns. Medication does not cure anxiety disorders, but it can help manage symptoms while an individual undergoes treatment. Many medications used to treat depression are also effective for anxiety disorders.\nIn addition to psychotherapy and medication, there are six tactics you can use to help manage anxiety.\nPinpoint the cause of worry\nRecognize your reaction\nPut stress in perspective\nTake responsibility\nTake a time-out\nSeek help\nTry to determine what specifically causes you to worry. Take time to sort through your feelings, and recognize your fear-based reactions when “what if” thoughts begin. Put stress in perspective by accepting that you can’t control everything. Take responsibility by coming up with a plan to tackle the part of the problem that is under your control. Perhaps you can change your routine or schedule in order to feel in control of your life. Take a time-out from your overactive thoughts and concerns. Take a deep breath. Rest well. Eat well. Welcome humor, and maintain a positive attitude. Practice yoga, listen to music, volunteer or get a massage. Stepping back from the problem will let you clear your head.\nManaging your anxiety can feel overwhelming, but Centerstone is here to help. Call us at 877-HOPE123 (1-877-467-3123) or visit our\ncounseling services page\nto learn more.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/our-resources\/health-wellness\/overcoming-anxiety\/#content)\n\n[![Centerstone Logo - 2020](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Centerstone_Logo_2020_color_large.svg)](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/)\n\n[![](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/cropped-centerstone_icon_new_colors-200x200.png)](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/)\n\n[In Crisis?](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/get-help-now\/ \"Get Help Now\")\n\n- [Home](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/ \"Home\")\n- [Locations](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/our-resources\/health-wellness\/overcoming-anxiety\/ \"Locations\")\n  - [Find a Location](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/locations\/ \"Find a Location\")\n  - [Florida](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/locations\/florida\/ \"Florida\")\n  - [Georgia](https:\/\/centerstone.org\/cohen-military-family-clinic\/hinesville\/ \"Georgia\")\n  - 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What you may be experiencing is anxiety. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful and uncertain situations. It’s your body’s way of telling you to stay alert and protect yourself. While feeling anxious can make one feel isolated in their experience, it may be helpful to note that you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting about 19% of the U.S. population.\n\n#### **What is Anxiety?**\nIf you experience worry and irrational fears for hours at a time, can’t sleep or perform usual tasks, you may have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety becomes unhealthy when it disrupts your day-to-day function. This can happen either because you are worried about things out of your control or things that have not happened yet. People with anxiety disorders may experience constant worry, anticipation of danger, lack of control, difficulty concentrating, and physical restlessness.\n\nHere are five of the most common anxiety disorders:\n\n1. **Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)**  \n    GAD is a pattern of frequent, constant worry and anxiety over many different events and activities. GAD is different from anxiety you may feel about your financial situation or a stressful event in the world. GAD is not triggered by a specific situation. Even in the best of times, GAD affects 6.8 million adults in the U.S. People with GAD experience persistent, excessive, and unrealistic worry about issues like money, health, family, or work for six months or longer. People with GAD don’t know how to stop the worry cycle, which they feel is beyond their control. Physical symptoms of GAD may include fatigue, restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, muscle tension, gastrointestinal discomfort, or diarrhea.\n2. **Phobias**  \n    A phobia is an excessive fear upon exposure to a specific object. When confronted by such objects or events, phobic individuals become extremely fearful. A social phobia is a persistent fear of exposure to possible scrutiny by others. A person with a social phobia may fear that he or she will do something or act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing. This diagnosis is only made if the behavior interferes with functioning at work or in usual social situations, or if the person is considerably distressed about the problem.\n3. **Panic Attacks**  \n    Unmanaged anxiety disorders can lead to panic attacks, which are brief periods of intense fear or discomfort. People who have panic attacks can experience sweating, trembling, palpitations, feelings of choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, and fear of losing control, all in a short period of time. In panic disorder, there is persistent worry and concern about the attacks and changes in behavior related to the attacks. Women are twice as likely to be affected as men. It is common for individuals who have panic attacks to also have major depression.\n4. **Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)**  \n    PTSD occurs when there is exposure to a physically or psychologically traumatic event resulting in an intense emotional response of fear, helplessness, or horror. An individual might experience intrusive thoughts, mental images and\/or disturbing dreams recalling the traumatic event. PTSD disrupts the functioning of people affected by it, interfering with their daily tasks and needs. To be diagnosed with PTSD, symptoms must be present for more than one month, and the traumatic event must cause significant clinical distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of life. Studies show that approximately 8 million Americans have PTSD symptoms in any given year.\n5. **Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)**  \n    OCD is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and\/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). For individuals with OCD, worries, doubts, and superstitious beliefs are common in everyday life. Some people can be methodical and precise and value order and cleanliness, but not have OCD. People with OCD suffer from intrusive obsessions, often compelling them to repeatedly perform ritualistic behaviors and routines (compulsions) to try and ease their anxiety. OCD affects about 2.5 million American adults, and it can be accompanied by eating disorders, other anxiety disorders, or depression.\n#### **Treatment for Anxiety Disorders**\nAnxiety disorders can be effectively treated with psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term form of psychotherapy. It focuses on identifying, understanding and modifying thinking and behavior patterns. Medication does not cure anxiety disorders, but it can help manage symptoms while an individual undergoes treatment. Many medications used to treat depression are also effective for anxiety disorders.\n\nIn addition to psychotherapy and medication, there are six tactics you can use to help manage anxiety.\n\n1. **Pinpoint the cause of worry**\n2. **Recognize your reaction**\n3. **Put stress in perspective**\n4. **Take responsibility**\n5. **Take a time-out**\n6. **Seek help**\n\nTry to determine what specifically causes you to worry. Take time to sort through your feelings, and recognize your fear-based reactions when “what if” thoughts begin. Put stress in perspective by accepting that you can’t control everything. Take responsibility by coming up with a plan to tackle the part of the problem that is under your control. Perhaps you can change your routine or schedule in order to feel in control of your life. Take a time-out from your overactive thoughts and concerns. Take a deep breath. Rest well. Eat well. Welcome humor, and maintain a positive attitude. Practice yoga, listen to music, volunteer or get a massage. Stepping back from the problem will let you clear your head.\n\nManaging your anxiety can feel overwhelming, but Centerstone is here to help. 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People with anxiety disorders may experience constant worry, anticipation of danger, lack of control, difficulty concentrating, and physical restlessness.\n\nHere are five of the most common anxiety disorders:\n\n1. **Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)**  \n    GAD is a pattern of frequent, constant worry and anxiety over many different events and activities. GAD is different from anxiety you may feel about your financial situation or a stressful event in the world. GAD is not triggered by a specific situation. Even in the best of times, GAD affects 6.8 million adults in the U.S. People with GAD experience persistent, excessive, and unrealistic worry about issues like money, health, family, or work for six months or longer. People with GAD don’t know how to stop the worry cycle, which they feel is beyond their control. Physical symptoms of GAD may include fatigue, restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, muscle tension, gastrointestinal discomfort, or diarrhea.\n2. **Phobias**  \n    A phobia is an excessive fear upon exposure to a specific object. When confronted by such objects or events, phobic individuals become extremely fearful. A social phobia is a persistent fear of exposure to possible scrutiny by others. A person with a social phobia may fear that he or she will do something or act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing. This diagnosis is only made if the behavior interferes with functioning at work or in usual social situations, or if the person is considerably distressed about the problem.\n3. **Panic Attacks**  \n    Unmanaged anxiety disorders can lead to panic attacks, which are brief periods of intense fear or discomfort. People who have panic attacks can experience sweating, trembling, palpitations, feelings of choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, and fear of losing control, all in a short period of time. In panic disorder, there is persistent worry and concern about the attacks and changes in behavior related to the attacks. Women are twice as likely to be affected as men. It is common for individuals who have panic attacks to also have major depression.\n4. **Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)**  \n    PTSD occurs when there is exposure to a physically or psychologically traumatic event resulting in an intense emotional response of fear, helplessness, or horror. An individual might experience intrusive thoughts, mental images and\/or disturbing dreams recalling the traumatic event. PTSD disrupts the functioning of people affected by it, interfering with their daily tasks and needs. To be diagnosed with PTSD, symptoms must be present for more than one month, and the traumatic event must cause significant clinical distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of life. Studies show that approximately 8 million Americans have PTSD symptoms in any given year.\n5. **Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)**  \n    OCD is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and\/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). For individuals with OCD, worries, doubts, and superstitious beliefs are common in everyday life. Some people can be methodical and precise and value order and cleanliness, but not have OCD. People with OCD suffer from intrusive obsessions, often compelling them to repeatedly perform ritualistic behaviors and routines (compulsions) to try and ease their anxiety. 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Boilerpipe Text	Home / Health & Wellness Articles / Anxiety / How To Overcome Anxiety Do you often find yourself feeling worried or on edge? What you may be experiencing is anxiety. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful and uncertain situations. It’s your body’s way of telling you to stay alert and protect yourself. While feeling anxious can make one feel isolated in their experience, it may be helpful to note that you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting about 19% of the U.S. population. What is Anxiety? If you experience worry and irrational fears for hours at a time, can’t sleep or perform usual tasks, you may have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety becomes unhealthy when it disrupts your day-to-day function. This can happen either because you are worried about things out of your control or things that have not happened yet. People with anxiety disorders may experience constant worry, anticipation of danger, lack of control, difficulty concentrating, and physical restlessness. Here are five of the most common anxiety disorders: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) GAD is a pattern of frequent, constant worry and anxiety over many different events and activities. GAD is different from anxiety you may feel about your financial situation or a stressful event in the world. GAD is not triggered by a specific situation. Even in the best of times, GAD affects 6.8 million adults in the U.S. People with GAD experience persistent, excessive, and unrealistic worry about issues like money, health, family, or work for six months or longer. People with GAD don’t know how to stop the worry cycle, which they feel is beyond their control. Physical symptoms of GAD may include fatigue, restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, muscle tension, gastrointestinal discomfort, or diarrhea. Phobias A phobia is an excessive fear upon exposure to a specific object. When confronted by such objects or events, phobic individuals become extremely fearful. A social phobia is a persistent fear of exposure to possible scrutiny by others. A person with a social phobia may fear that he or she will do something or act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing. This diagnosis is only made if the behavior interferes with functioning at work or in usual social situations, or if the person is considerably distressed about the problem. Panic Attacks Unmanaged anxiety disorders can lead to panic attacks, which are brief periods of intense fear or discomfort. People who have panic attacks can experience sweating, trembling, palpitations, feelings of choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, and fear of losing control, all in a short period of time. In panic disorder, there is persistent worry and concern about the attacks and changes in behavior related to the attacks. Women are twice as likely to be affected as men. It is common for individuals who have panic attacks to also have major depression. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) PTSD occurs when there is exposure to a physically or psychologically traumatic event resulting in an intense emotional response of fear, helplessness, or horror. An individual might experience intrusive thoughts, mental images and/or disturbing dreams recalling the traumatic event. PTSD disrupts the functioning of people affected by it, interfering with their daily tasks and needs. To be diagnosed with PTSD, symptoms must be present for more than one month, and the traumatic event must cause significant clinical distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of life. Studies show that approximately 8 million Americans have PTSD symptoms in any given year. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) OCD is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). For individuals with OCD, worries, doubts, and superstitious beliefs are common in everyday life. Some people can be methodical and precise and value order and cleanliness, but not have OCD. People with OCD suffer from intrusive obsessions, often compelling them to repeatedly perform ritualistic behaviors and routines (compulsions) to try and ease their anxiety. OCD affects about 2.5 million American adults, and it can be accompanied by eating disorders, other anxiety disorders, or depression. Treatment for Anxiety Disorders Anxiety disorders can be effectively treated with psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term form of psychotherapy. It focuses on identifying, understanding and modifying thinking and behavior patterns. Medication does not cure anxiety disorders, but it can help manage symptoms while an individual undergoes treatment. Many medications used to treat depression are also effective for anxiety disorders. In addition to psychotherapy and medication, there are six tactics you can use to help manage anxiety. Pinpoint the cause of worry Recognize your reaction Put stress in perspective Take responsibility Take a time-out Seek help Try to determine what specifically causes you to worry. Take time to sort through your feelings, and recognize your fear-based reactions when “what if” thoughts begin. Put stress in perspective by accepting that you can’t control everything. Take responsibility by coming up with a plan to tackle the part of the problem that is under your control. Perhaps you can change your routine or schedule in order to feel in control of your life. Take a time-out from your overactive thoughts and concerns. Take a deep breath. Rest well. Eat well. Welcome humor, and maintain a positive attitude. Practice yoga, listen to music, volunteer or get a massage. Stepping back from the problem will let you clear your head. Managing your anxiety can feel overwhelming, but Centerstone is here to help. Call us at 877-HOPE123 (1-877-467-3123) or visit our counseling services page to learn more.
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What you may be experiencing is anxiety. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful and uncertain situations. It’s your body’s way of telling you to stay alert and protect yourself. While feeling anxious can make one feel isolated in their experience, it may be helpful to note that you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting about 19% of the U.S. population. #### What is Anxiety? If you experience worry and irrational fears for hours at a time, can’t sleep or perform usual tasks, you may have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety becomes unhealthy when it disrupts your day-to-day function. This can happen either because you are worried about things out of your control or things that have not happened yet. People with anxiety disorders may experience constant worry, anticipation of danger, lack of control, difficulty concentrating, and physical restlessness. Here are five of the most common anxiety disorders: 1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) GAD is a pattern of frequent, constant worry and anxiety over many different events and activities. GAD is different from anxiety you may feel about your financial situation or a stressful event in the world. GAD is not triggered by a specific situation. Even in the best of times, GAD affects 6.8 million adults in the U.S. People with GAD experience persistent, excessive, and unrealistic worry about issues like money, health, family, or work for six months or longer. People with GAD don’t know how to stop the worry cycle, which they feel is beyond their control. Physical symptoms of GAD may include fatigue, restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, muscle tension, gastrointestinal discomfort, or diarrhea. 2. Phobias A phobia is an excessive fear upon exposure to a specific object. When confronted by such objects or events, phobic individuals become extremely fearful. A social phobia is a persistent fear of exposure to possible scrutiny by others. A person with a social phobia may fear that he or she will do something or act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing. This diagnosis is only made if the behavior interferes with functioning at work or in usual social situations, or if the person is considerably distressed about the problem. 3. Panic Attacks Unmanaged anxiety disorders can lead to panic attacks, which are brief periods of intense fear or discomfort. People who have panic attacks can experience sweating, trembling, palpitations, feelings of choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, and fear of losing control, all in a short period of time. In panic disorder, there is persistent worry and concern about the attacks and changes in behavior related to the attacks. Women are twice as likely to be affected as men. It is common for individuals who have panic attacks to also have major depression. 4. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) PTSD occurs when there is exposure to a physically or psychologically traumatic event resulting in an intense emotional response of fear, helplessness, or horror. An individual might experience intrusive thoughts, mental images and/or disturbing dreams recalling the traumatic event. PTSD disrupts the functioning of people affected by it, interfering with their daily tasks and needs. To be diagnosed with PTSD, symptoms must be present for more than one month, and the traumatic event must cause significant clinical distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of life. Studies show that approximately 8 million Americans have PTSD symptoms in any given year. 5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) OCD is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). For individuals with OCD, worries, doubts, and superstitious beliefs are common in everyday life. Some people can be methodical and precise and value order and cleanliness, but not have OCD. People with OCD suffer from intrusive obsessions, often compelling them to repeatedly perform ritualistic behaviors and routines (compulsions) to try and ease their anxiety. OCD affects about 2.5 million American adults, and it can be accompanied by eating disorders, other anxiety disorders, or depression. #### Treatment for Anxiety Disorders Anxiety disorders can be effectively treated with psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term form of psychotherapy. It focuses on identifying, understanding and modifying thinking and behavior patterns. Medication does not cure anxiety disorders, but it can help manage symptoms while an individual undergoes treatment. Many medications used to treat depression are also effective for anxiety disorders. In addition to psychotherapy and medication, there are six tactics you can use to help manage anxiety. 1. Pinpoint the cause of worry 2. Recognize your reaction 3. Put stress in perspective 4. Take responsibility 5. Take a time-out 6. Seek help Try to determine what specifically causes you to worry. Take time to sort through your feelings, and recognize your fear-based reactions when “what if” thoughts begin. Put stress in perspective by accepting that you can’t control everything. Take responsibility by coming up with a plan to tackle the part of the problem that is under your control. Perhaps you can change your routine or schedule in order to feel in control of your life. Take a time-out from your overactive thoughts and concerns. Take a deep breath. Rest well. Eat well. Welcome humor, and maintain a positive attitude. Practice yoga, listen to music, volunteer or get a massage. Stepping back from the problem will let you clear your head. 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Readable Markdown	##### [Home](https://centerstone.org/) / [Health & Wellness Articles](https://centerstone.org/our-resources/health-wellness/) / [Anxiety](https://www.centerstone.org/category/anxiety/) / How To Overcome Anxiety ![](https://centerstone.org/wp-content/uploads/jpg/Hopeless-Man-in-Train-Station-350x233.jpg) Do you often find yourself feeling worried or on edge? What you may be experiencing is anxiety. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful and uncertain situations. It’s your body’s way of telling you to stay alert and protect yourself. While feeling anxious can make one feel isolated in their experience, it may be helpful to note that you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting about 19% of the U.S. population. #### What is Anxiety? If you experience worry and irrational fears for hours at a time, can’t sleep or perform usual tasks, you may have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety becomes unhealthy when it disrupts your day-to-day function. This can happen either because you are worried about things out of your control or things that have not happened yet. People with anxiety disorders may experience constant worry, anticipation of danger, lack of control, difficulty concentrating, and physical restlessness. Here are five of the most common anxiety disorders: 1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) GAD is a pattern of frequent, constant worry and anxiety over many different events and activities. GAD is different from anxiety you may feel about your financial situation or a stressful event in the world. GAD is not triggered by a specific situation. Even in the best of times, GAD affects 6.8 million adults in the U.S. People with GAD experience persistent, excessive, and unrealistic worry about issues like money, health, family, or work for six months or longer. People with GAD don’t know how to stop the worry cycle, which they feel is beyond their control. Physical symptoms of GAD may include fatigue, restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, muscle tension, gastrointestinal discomfort, or diarrhea. 2. Phobias A phobia is an excessive fear upon exposure to a specific object. When confronted by such objects or events, phobic individuals become extremely fearful. A social phobia is a persistent fear of exposure to possible scrutiny by others. A person with a social phobia may fear that he or she will do something or act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing. This diagnosis is only made if the behavior interferes with functioning at work or in usual social situations, or if the person is considerably distressed about the problem. 3. Panic Attacks Unmanaged anxiety disorders can lead to panic attacks, which are brief periods of intense fear or discomfort. People who have panic attacks can experience sweating, trembling, palpitations, feelings of choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, and fear of losing control, all in a short period of time. In panic disorder, there is persistent worry and concern about the attacks and changes in behavior related to the attacks. Women are twice as likely to be affected as men. It is common for individuals who have panic attacks to also have major depression. 4. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) PTSD occurs when there is exposure to a physically or psychologically traumatic event resulting in an intense emotional response of fear, helplessness, or horror. An individual might experience intrusive thoughts, mental images and/or disturbing dreams recalling the traumatic event. PTSD disrupts the functioning of people affected by it, interfering with their daily tasks and needs. To be diagnosed with PTSD, symptoms must be present for more than one month, and the traumatic event must cause significant clinical distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of life. Studies show that approximately 8 million Americans have PTSD symptoms in any given year. 5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) OCD is an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). For individuals with OCD, worries, doubts, and superstitious beliefs are common in everyday life. Some people can be methodical and precise and value order and cleanliness, but not have OCD. People with OCD suffer from intrusive obsessions, often compelling them to repeatedly perform ritualistic behaviors and routines (compulsions) to try and ease their anxiety. OCD affects about 2.5 million American adults, and it can be accompanied by eating disorders, other anxiety disorders, or depression. #### Treatment for Anxiety Disorders Anxiety disorders can be effectively treated with psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term form of psychotherapy. It focuses on identifying, understanding and modifying thinking and behavior patterns. Medication does not cure anxiety disorders, but it can help manage symptoms while an individual undergoes treatment. Many medications used to treat depression are also effective for anxiety disorders. In addition to psychotherapy and medication, there are six tactics you can use to help manage anxiety. 1. Pinpoint the cause of worry 2. Recognize your reaction 3. Put stress in perspective 4. Take responsibility 5. Take a time-out 6. Seek help Try to determine what specifically causes you to worry. Take time to sort through your feelings, and recognize your fear-based reactions when “what if” thoughts begin. Put stress in perspective by accepting that you can’t control everything. Take responsibility by coming up with a plan to tackle the part of the problem that is under your control. Perhaps you can change your routine or schedule in order to feel in control of your life. Take a time-out from your overactive thoughts and concerns. Take a deep breath. Rest well. Eat well. Welcome humor, and maintain a positive attitude. Practice yoga, listen to music, volunteer or get a massage. Stepping back from the problem will let you clear your head. Managing your anxiety can feel overwhelming, but Centerstone is here to help. Call us at 877-HOPE123 (1-877-467-3123) or visit our [counseling services page](https://centerstone.org/service/counseling/) to learn more. * *
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