Increased anxiety in adults. Symptoms and Treatment

Increased anxiety in adults manifests itself as an individual psychological feature. This condition is characterized by a tendency to excitement for any reason. Anxiety disorder occurs against a background of multiple causes and is accompanied by accompanying symptoms. In some situations, a person needs a consultation with a psychotherapist and a properly selected treatment. Without the help of a specialist, the risk of complications increases.

Why does anxiety arise?

Increased anxiety in an adult provokes the development of intrapersonal conflict. For this reason, discomfort and discomfort arise.

There are the following factors that provoke anxiety in a person:

• psychological trauma suffered in the past;
• suspiciousness and lack of self-confidence;
• child psychological trauma;
• sedentary lifestyle;
• change of place of work or residence;
• negative events that traumatize the human psyche;
• pessimistic mood in life;
• improper nutrition;
• individual character trait.

Pathological processes, which are accompanied by increased anxiety in humans, appear due to a violation of the normal functioning of the endocrine system.

How to distinguish anxiety from anxiety?

A distinctive feature of anxiety is that it occurs temporarily in a person. Increased anxiety is constantly present and under the influence of traumatic situations, negative factors increase. Accompanied by anxiety and uncertainty.

Anxiety needs to be treated, as a person experiences panic and despair, as a result of which personality destruction occurs.

Types and symptoms of anxiety

In medicine, there are different classifications of anxiety in adults. But a specialized doctor will help to determine the disease and identify deviations.

Types of increased anxiety:

Name	Description
Situational	Increased anxiety in a person appears against the background of future significant events, troubles, or when gaining new experience. The normal reaction of the body that occurs in every person. Situational anxiety allows you to prepare in advance for upcoming events and so reduce the likelihood of failure.
Personal	Excessive personality trait. In this situation, a person is disturbed by everything that surrounds him. Even the safest and simplest events are accepted as threats.

Classification of increased anxiety, taking into account the ongoing changes in an adult:

Name	Description
Uncontrolled anxiety	A cardinal failure is observed in the patient's life.
Controlled	A compensated and conscious form of pathology that is rarely accompanied by patient activity.
Latent (unconscious)	The person completely ignores the symptoms of increased anxiety in himself. Pathology is characterized by repetitive actions.
Cultivated	Conscious anxiety, in which a person manipulates people around him in order to obtain benefits.
Compensatory	A protective and unconscious form of increased anxiety. The person is sure that everything is fine with him, he does not need help.

In some situations, the patient tries to isolate himself from the people around him, to go into the virtual world, avoiding real reality. From increased anxiety, not only psychological, but also somatic health of a person is disturbed. The pathological condition is accompanied by serious clinical symptoms, against which concomitant diseases may appear.

Name	Symptoms
Physiological signs	tachycardia develops; there are jumps in blood pressure; a person gets tired quickly due to strong emotional upheavals; hormonal balance is disturbed; difficulty breathing; the pulse rises; there is a feeling of tightness in the chest; dizzy; general weakness appears in the body; trembling occurs in the lower and upper limbs; worried about pain in the heart; sweating increases; pain in the stomach is accompanied by nausea, sometimes vomiting; the process of thermoregulation is disrupted; limbs go numb; headache.
Psychological signs	the orientation in space is disturbed; there is a feeling of fear; it is difficult for the patient to think about other things besides the cause of the anxiety; concentration of attention is disturbed.

Increased anxiety also provokes sleep disturbance and malfunction of the digestive system. The person tries to avoid any situations that cause him fear and anxiety.

Anxiety scale

A special scale helps diagnose increased anxiety in adults. The psychologist prescribes testing for the patient, taking into account the symptoms present. Treatment for the patient is also selected taking into account the results obtained. Testing is carried out in several ways and requires the patient to make a certain choice, referring to his psychological state.

Anxiety scale:

Name	Description
Spielberger-Khanin method	The test helps to assess a person's personal and situational anxiety. The technique is intended for adult patients. An important condition for testing is that a person needs to answer questions immediately, without much thought.
Multivariate assessment methodology	Testing is intended for children between the ages of 7 and 18. Diagnostics will determine the area and cause of increased anxiety.

In childhood, increased anxiety is not dangerous to health, but it leaves behind serious consequences that will manifest itself in the future.

Classification and stages of development of anxiety disorder

Increased anxiety in an adult (symptoms and treatment is determined by a psychotherapist) is classified in the following areas:

Name	Description
Sphere of origin	educational; interpersonal; social; anxiety of choice; self-image.
Human exposure	mobilizing; relaxing.
Adequacy of the situation	adequate anxiety; inadequate anxiety.
The severity of anxiety	reduced; optimal; increased.

Given the cause of the anxiety and the accompanying symptoms, a psychologist or psychotherapist will prescribe an examination for the patient. The results obtained will help the specialized specialist to choose the most effective therapy regimen.

Complications of anxiety disorder

In some situations, increased anxiety goes away on its own, a person needs only to have a good rest and sleep. In severe cases, consultation with a specialized specialist is required, since there is a high likelihood of serious complications, even thoughts of killing yourself.

Complications and consequences of anxiety:

Name	Description
Socio-psychological complications	mental disorders or depression that is accompanied by anxiety disorders; low self-esteem; isolation from the outside world; insomnia; cognitive impairment; decreased performance; suicidal tendencies; abuse of drugs, alcoholic beverages, tobacco products.
Physical complications	diarrhea, constipation; irritable bowel syndrome; heartburn; sleep disturbance; problems with personal life; chronic pain; muscle tension; headaches; the development of autoimmune diseases due to a decrease in immunity; the aging process of the body is accelerated; the likelihood of developing malignant processes is high; the risk of cardiovascular pathologies.

Increased anxiety in adults (symptoms and treatment require the advice of a specialist) can lead to serious and long-term consequences. The help of a qualified psychotherapist will help prevent complications.

Which doctor should i go to for anxiety?

If a person has anxiety traits, they do not need special medical therapy. Good rest and elimination of stress factors will help him. After a few days, the condition stabilizes on its own. In the event of a deterioration, it is important to immediately consult a doctor, a psychologist. The specialist will conduct an examination, a survey and, if necessary, appoint an additional consultation with other specialized doctors (psychotherapist, psychiatrist).

Self-help for increased anxiety

An adult can reduce increased anxiety on his own, it is enough to adhere to the simple recommendations of a psychologist:

Name	Description
Unpleasant situations should not be avoided.	In every situation, you need to learn to see the positive aspects. It is better to immediately think about the problem that worries, and draw conclusions, while the worst. So you can quickly calm down and get rid of strong feelings.
Self-development classes	It is important to accept yourself with all your shortcomings without reaching the ideals around you. Praise yourself every day for the work done, find positive qualities and remember them. Before going to bed, remember the good moments of the day and fix them in your memory for as long as possible. Self-development involves doing pleasant things every day that relax, soothe. This applies to any business that will bring pleasure.
Breathe deeply	In a stressful situation, a person's breathing is shallow and frequent. The amount of oxygen that enters the brain is reduced. Deep breathing with the diaphragm will help you calm down quickly.
Listen to relaxing music	In the world of music, there are a large number of melodies that help a person to relax as much as possible. While listening to such music, a person with increased anxiety restores heartbeat, blood pressure and cortisol (stress hormone) levels decrease.
Take a pose of strength	Strength poses help activate physiological changes in the human body. To reduce increased anxiety, it is enough to become in a superhero pose. Spread your legs a little, place your hands on your belt, slightly raise your chin. It is recommended to stand in this position for 2-3 minutes. Any position is considered a pose of power if a person occupies a large amount of space with his body position.
Speak your emotions	When anxiety appears, your emotions must be spoken out loud in order to calm the nervous system. In such a situation, the left and right hemispheres function harmoniously.
Food	Many people under stress add more sugary foods and alcohol. Anxiety goes away only for a while, when the euphoria passes, the feeling of fear and depression return with renewed vigor. It is better to give preference to those products that help the organs of the digestive system to function properly (kefir, yogurt, sauerkraut). The same goes for seafood, walnuts, fish, flaxseeds.
Sport	An active life and physical activity help to overcome stressful situations, improve brain activity. Regular exercise promotes the production of happiness hormones
Sleeping wrapped up	A method of dealing with increased anxiety, which helps not only children, but also adults. It is enough to wrap yourself in a heavy large blanket or blanket. Anxiety and depression go away, melancholy recedes.

You can get rid of increased anxiety on your own, the main thing is not to be zealous and always do it for your pleasure. If you cannot cope with negative emotions at home, then it is better to consult a qualified psychotherapist.

How to get rid of anxiety? Treatment methods

Increased anxiety in adults (symptoms and treatment can be determined by a psychotherapist or psychologist) is treated with complex methods, but an accurate diagnosis must first be established.

The patient will need a consultation with a psychotherapist, a specialist, after conducting a survey, will give useful recommendations or prescribe medications. If an adult has no serious contraindications, you can use folk remedies. However, all treatment methods must first be discussed with your doctor.

Drug therapy

The drugs are individually selected by the psychotherapist, taking into account all the features of the patient's anxiety. Medicines cannot be taken on their own, since mental abnormalities can be aggravated and serious complications can be provoked.

Drug group	Name	Application
Nootropics	Piracetam, Glycine	Medicines improve the functioning of the brain, reduce its sensitivity to provoking factors. The dosage of the drug depends on the condition of the person and is 400-800 mg 3 times a day. The medicine is preferably taken before meals. The tablets should be swallowed whole and washed down with a little water. The therapy lasts 6-8 weeks.
Herbal sedatives	Persen, Valerian	The drugs soothe, reduce fear and anxiety. Adult patients are advised to take 2-3 tablets 2-3 times a day.
Selective anxiolytics	Afobazol, Gidazepam	Medicines reduce increased anxiety, restore the functioning of the central nervous system. The tablets should be taken orally after a meal, washed down with a sufficient amount of liquid. The daily dosage of the drug is 10-30 mg, depending on the condition of the person. The course of treatment lasts 2-4 weeks.
Antidepressants	Paroxetine, Milnacipran	The tablets should be taken in the morning with meals, washed down with a little water. The adult dosage depends on the patient's condition and is 10-50 mg once a day.
Benzodiazepines	Lorazepam, Alprazolam	The medicine is taken orally. The adult dosage of the drug is 1 mg 2-3 times a day. The duration of therapy lasts 1 week.

Treatment of increased anxiety takes a long time. The process is so laborious that there is always a risk of repeated relapse. It is important to learn how to suppress negative emotions early in the development of anxiety to prevent serious complications when medication is needed.

Massage sessions

Increased anxiety in an adult (symptoms and treatment will be determined by a psychologist) gradually decreases after massage sessions. Therapeutic procedures are recommended especially for those people who are constantly in a state of anxiety. A point effect increases immunity, improves mood, lowers blood pressure and restores heart rate.

During the classic massage, the specialist kneads the muscles. Symptoms of anxiety and depression go away quickly as the level of cortisol in the person's blood decreases. The concentration of dopamine and serotonin increases. We are talking about the hormones of pleasure and happiness. Adult patients with increased anxiety are advised to attend massage treatments 2 times a week for at least a month. The duration of one session takes 45 minutes.

Traditional methods

Alternative medicine offers ample recipes to help you calm down and relax. It is important to adhere to the recommendations and dosages. The use of any prescription should be discussed with a psychotherapist to avoid allergic reactions or individual sensitivities.

Effective folk recipes for dealing with increased anxiety:

Name	Recipe	Application
Mint	Brew 1 tsp. herbs with hot water (1 tbsp.). Insist for 30-40 minutes and drain.	A mint-based broth can be drunk instead of tea throughout the day, adding a small amount of sugar or natural honey.
Melisa with milk	Pour 1 tsp. dry herbs with hot milk (1 tbsp.). Put the resulting mixture on low heat and heat for another 5 minutes. Cool and drain.	The medicine not only helps to calm down and relax, the broth also boosts the immune system. It is recommended to drink the drink before bedtime, you can add 1 tsp. natural honey.
Motherwort	Brew 2 tablespoons. dry herbs with hot water (1 tbsp.). Insist for 2 hours and drain.	The finished broth must be divided into 3 parts and taken each time before meals during the day.

A warm bath with the addition of ginger and baking soda will help you relax, get rid of unpleasant thoughts and negative emotions. Acacia jam will help to cope with worries and frustrations. The same goes for lemon balm tincture. The plant contains useful substances that have a positive effect on the functioning of the central nervous system.

The effectiveness of the treatment for increased anxiety in adults depends on the condition of the person and how quickly he received medical attention. It is important not to ignore the first symptoms of a pathological condition, but immediately go to the hospital and get tested. A timely and correct diagnosis will help prevent serious consequences.

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