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Anxiety is experienced by everyone at some point (and that is normal!). However, anxiety disorders are present in approximately 30% of the US population. That means every 3rd person is experiencing symptoms of anxiety in their daily life. Sometimes these symptoms are debilitating (like panic attacks or avoidance due to social phobia). Often, the symptoms are intrusive (thoughts and fears) and create uncomfortable physical symptoms (sweating, headaches, stomachaches, shaking, crying).
When anxiety is managed correctly, it is a beneficial tool in helping an individual with motivation, avoiding a dangerous situation, or making decisions. Unfortunately, many people (including children and teens) have not learned how to manage their anxiety. When we don’t know how to fix a problem, a person is often scared of the problem. Typically, people try to avoid things they are scared of. Therefore, individuals suffering from anxiety are actually trying to avoid or ignore their own feelings! You might try to “stuff something down,” but it doesn’t go away. It MUST be addressed in order to be fixed (or at least managed effectively).
When anxiety is managed correctly, it is a beneficial tool in helping an individual with motivation, avoiding a dangerous situation, or making decisions. Unfortunately, many people (including children and teens) have not learned how to manage their anxiety. When we don’t know how to fix a problem, a person is often scared of the problem. Typically, people try to avoid things they are scared of. Therefore, individuals suffering from anxiety are actually trying to avoid or ignore their own feelings! You might try to “stuff something down,” but it doesn’t go away. It MUST be addressed in order to be fixed (or at least managed effectively).
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If you need more support managing your anxiety, contact Bree today!
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Bree Winkler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Atlanta, GA. Bree specializes in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship issues.
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