Anxiety Physical Symptoms
Can Be Frightening
Richard's physical anxiety symptoms eventually became
so severe that he made an appointment with his doctor.
"I didn't know what was wrong with me. When the physical anxiety symptoms worsened I was afraid I might have some horrible disease. I was tired all the time, I had horrible headaches, my stomach was always upset and I had a constant nagging pain in my upper back. At night I would fall asleep right away but then I would wake up two hours later and lie awake all night."
Richard was surprised to learn that he was suffering from physical anxiety symptoms and that stress was at the root of his problems. His doctor explained to him that his physical anxiety symptoms could be managed with medication and therapy.
When anxiety is taking a toll, your body knows it. In fact, it is often the physical symptoms that cause sufferers to seek help. Most of the time, the sufferers don't realize they are suffering from anxiety.
Many have suffered from excessive worry for so long that think it is a normal state of mind for them. Imagine their relief when they realize that their physical anxiety symptoms are treatable and they can live happy, meaningful lives.
In his helpful and informative book titled "Conquering Stress," Chris Green chronicles his own battle with physical anxiety symptoms and explains the techniques he used to get to "the light at the end of the tunnel."
"Physical anxiety symptoms should not be taken lightly according to Green. "For some people, stress is severe enough to cause a descent into extremely serious illnesses like heart attack or stroke."
Dr. Jeannette Kavanagh, author of "Calming Words," explains how terrifying physical anxiety symptoms can be. "Your pulse is racing, your stomach churns and your hands are sweating." Dr. Kavanagh maintains that when people don't understand their physical anxiety symptoms, they often become terrified because they don't know what is happening to them.
Once treatment for anxiety begins, the physical anxiety symptoms improve dramatically and sometimes go away completely. The trick is to listen to your body. Understand that physical anxiety symptoms do not have to be endured.
If you or someone you love is suffering from physical anxiety symptoms, talk to your doctor about a treatment plan. You will be amazed at the positive changes in your life.
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