Anxiety

Anxiety

Is Anxiety Genetic? Genetics vs. Environmental Factors

Key Highlights * Both genetic and environmental factors can influence anxiety disorders. * Specific genes have been linked to various anxiety disorders, such as social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. These genes play a role in regulating neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. * Having a close family member with an anxiety disorder increases the chances of developing one as well. * Environmental factors such as traumatic experiences and chronic str

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How to Tell if You Have ADHD or Anxiety

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Anxiety are two of the most commonly diagnosed mental health conditions in both children and adults. Over 6 million children in the US and about 4%-5% of US adults are reported to have ADHD diagnoses. While the numbers for anxiety diagnoses (over 40 million adults in the U.S. experience anxiety disorders) tend to be higher, it is important to bear in mind that there are several different forms of anxiety disorders. Furthermore, experiencing fee

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5 Different Types Of Anxiety Disorders Explained

Many people use the term “anxiety” to describe feelings of discomfort, worry, or unease about a situation. While that type of anxiety is valid, anxiety disorders are a bit different. A diagnosed anxiety disorder is a mental health condition in which individuals may respond to certain situations with feelings of fear, dread, and panic. There are also physical symptoms of anxiety disorders, some of which include a pounding heart, sweating, sleep problems, shortness of breath, and more. There are s

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Why is My Anxiety Medication Causing Side Effects?

In general, it’s not unusual for medications to come with a myriad of potential adverse reactions after their consumption, especially for medications that target anxiety, also known as anxiolytics. They have a range of side effects that include fatigue, slowing mental functioning, and sleepiness. Whether these medications would cause addiction will depend on their class. Here is a comprehensive guide on anxiety medication, its side effects, and possible causes. Common Classes of Anxiety Medica

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Understanding Genetic Testing For Psychiatric Medications For GAD

People suffering from generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) often worry uncontrollably about events in daily life. If you have been prescribed a drug for GAD, you may have gone through a lengthy process of trial and error, as many do, before finding the most appropriate medication. To ensure that patients receive the right treatment, doctors who prescribe psychiatric drugs are increasingly relying on genetic testing. Genetic testing for anxiety disorder saves you the trouble of testing medications

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A Quick Guide to Genetic Testing For Mental Illnesses

Genetic testing can not only provide information about your ethnic origin and ancestral history but it can also be used to find the right medication based on your genetic profile. Research has shown significant evidence that certain genes and gene variations are associated with medication metabolism. So what is genetic testing and how can it help you? Read to learn more about genetic testing for mental illness. What is Genetic Testing? Genetic testing analyzes your genetic structure to see if

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How to Admit Yourself to a Mental Hospital

If you’ve ever felt the panic of a mental crisis, then you’ve probably considered checking yourself into a mental hospital. Mental illness is a prevalent reason for patients to visit the hospital. However, knowing when to admit yourself to a mental hospital and when it’s only an episode that will pass can be a crisis in itself. If you find yourself in a situation where you’re considering, “should I go to a mental hospital,” as a general rule, the reasons to be put in a mental hospital consist

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The Difference Between Depression and Anxiety

Mental health awareness is an increasingly important topic in the United States. Over 40 million Americans struggle with an anxiety disorder, and 60% of those people also exhibit signs of depression. Since these conditions commonly occur together, people often ask: what’s the difference between anxiety and depression? Although anxiety and depression have many symptoms in common — such as moodiness, limited social interests and poor health — they differ in fundamental ways. Examining the differe

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