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Anxiety Disorders |
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When confronted with danger, threat or fear, anxiety is a normal emotion that everyone experiences. It is a protective mechanism we have to protect ourselves from the danger or threat. This is all very well when we are actually under real danger or threat. However, for many people, they perceive everyday situations as being potentially dangerous or threatening, when it is not warranted, and therefore, experience very high levels of anxiety. Over time, these high levels of anxiety can lead to the development of an Anxiety Disorder, panic attacks, phobias, and many other conditions such as depression, physical health problems, eating disorders, drug and alcohol dependency and sometimes suicide. The impact an Anxiety Disorder has on the individual is devastating and disrupting to the personal, emotional, social, physical and occupational area's of their life. The cost to the community is also exorbitant.
For more information about each Anxiety Disorder click on the names below. |
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Anxiety Disorders are treatable. Today, there is more information, understanding and assistance available to overcome an Anxiety Disorder and return to living a life free from unwarranted anxiety and fear. The Anxiety & Stress Management Service of Australia can assist you in this process.
For more information on suggested treatments and therapies to recover from an Anxiety Disorder, visit the Treatments & Therapies section of this web site. |
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