Anxiety is a psychological condition characterized by feelings of tension, worrisome thoughts, and physical responses like increased heart rate. Individuals with anxiety disorders often experience recurring intrusive thoughts that cause significant distress.
There are four main types of anxiety disorders:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Characterized by chronic worry and physical symptoms without a specific trigger.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Involves recurring, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors performed to alleviate distress caused by intrusive thoughts.
Panic Disorder: Marked by repeated episodes of intense fear or panic attacks, leading to physical symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath.
Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia): Causes overwhelming anxiety in social situations.
Specific Phobias: Involve irrational fears of specific objects, animals, situations, or environments, leading individuals to avoid them and experience extreme anxiety when confronted.
