Anxiety
Anxiety, or fear and worry, can happen to anyone from time to time, too.
It’s not unusual to experience anxiety before a big event or important decision. But, chronic anxiety can be debilitating and lead to irrational thoughts and fears that interfere with your daily life.
Physical symptoms
Physical symptoms and behavioral changes caused by generalized anxiety disorder include:
- Feeling fatigued quickly
- Difficulty concentrating
- Recalling muscle tension
- Racing heart
- Grinding teeth
- Sleep difficulties, including problems falling asleep and restless, unsatisfying sleep
Emotional symptoms
Emotional symptoms of anxiety include:
- Restlessness irritability
- Feeling on edge
- Difficulty controlling worry, fear, dread, or panic