Mental disorders

The problems in the functioning of thinking, emotions and behavior are called as mental disorders. They may be occasional or long lasting. There are many causes for these disorders which may vary from person to person. Some types of those mental disorders can be easily cured whereas some types are very hard to cure. It depends on the severity of the disorder.

Anxiety disorder:

Anxiety disorder is characterized by the feelings of fear, worrying and anxiety, which causes problems in daily life activities.

Several types of anxiety disorders

· Generalized anxiety disorders

· Panic disorder

· Selective mutism

· Separation anxiety disorder

· Social anxiety disorders

· Substance induced anxiety disorders.

· Obsessive compulsive disorders

· Post traumatic stress disorder.

· Other phobia related disorders.

Symptoms of anxiety disorders:

· Feeling too much for silly things.

· Sleeplessness.

· Fear, stress and danger.

· Not able to concentrate.

· Overthinking.

· Feeling low and feeling afraid.

· Dizziness

· Tensed

The above are the most common symptoms of anxiety disorders, which may also include hyperventilation, shortness of breath, nausea, sweating and cold.

Causes of anxiety disorders:

· Low- self esteem.

· Inferiority complex.

· Negative situations.

· Traumas

· Too much of stress and depression

· Fear of failure

· Genetics

· Shyness.

· Drug usage.

Anxiety disorder diagnosis:

It can be easily diagnosed by noticing the symptoms and can make conformation by consulting a psychologist or any other mental health specialist. They will use some tests and ask you some questions to diagnose.

Treatment :

The are many types of treatments for anxiety disorders. People usually go for therapies, counseling sessions and take some kind of medicines prescribed by their mental health specialists.

Learn about your disorder:

The more you know, the better prepared you will be to manage symptoms and roadblocks along the way. Don’t be afraid to ask your doctor any questions you might have. Remember, you are a key part of your health care team.

• Stress management

• Folllowing a self care routine.

• Analysing what you feel.

• Finding cause for the negative emotions and cutting out those causes.

• Stick to your treatment plan.

• Cut down on foods and drinks that have caffeine.

• Don’t use alcohol and recreational street drugs.

• Consulting your mental health specialist.

• Eat right and exercise

• Get better sleep.

• Learn to relax.