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   Anx·i·e·ty

   /aNGˈzīədē/

   

   noun

   • 1. a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome: "he felt a surge of anxiety" Similar worryconcernapprehensionapprehensivenessconsternationuneasinessuneasefearfulnessfeardisquietdisquietudeperturbationfretfulnessagitationangstnervousnessnervesedginesstensiontensenessstressmisgivingtrepidationforebodingsuspenseinformal:butterflies (in one's stomach)the williesthe heebie-jeebiesthe jittersthe shakesthe jumpsthe yipscollywobblesjitterinessjim-jamstwitchinessthe (screaming) abdabsrhyming slang:Joe Blakesarchaic:worrimentOpposite calmnessserenity
   • ▪ desire to do something, typically accompanied by unease: "the housekeeper's eager anxiety to please" Similar eagernesskeennessdesireimpatiencelongingyearning
   • ▪ a mental condition characterized by excessive apprehensiveness about real or perceived threats, typically leading to avoidance behaviors and often to physical symptoms such as increased heart rate and muscle tension: "we are seeing more calls related to anxiety and depression"

   Word Origin early 16th century: from French anxiété or Latin anxietas, from anxius (see anxious).

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5. What is Anxiety?

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     Inside One Teen Girl’s Struggle to Manage Anxiety During the Pandemic

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     How Emma Stone learned to deal with her anxiety and panic attacks

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     Kevin Love opens up about his experience with panic attacks and therapy

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     Rumer Willis opens up about anxiety struggle: 'Sometimes I feel like I'm dying'

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     Chris Evans almost turned down Captain America role due to severe anxiety, panic attacks

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6. www.webmd.com › anxiety-panic › anxiety-disordersAnxiety Disorders: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

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   May 6, 2024 · Anxiety disorders are a group of mental illnesses that cause constant and overwhelming anxiety and fear. Learn about the different types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for anxiety disorders.

7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › AnxietyAnxiety - Wikipedia

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   2 days ago · Anxiety is an emotion which is characterised by an unpleasant state of inner turmoil and includes feelings of dread over anticipated events. Anxiety is different from fear in that fear is defined as the emotional response to a present threat, whereas anxiety is the anticipation of a future one.

8. www.verywellhealth.com › types-of-anxiety7 Common Types of Anxiety Disorders - Verywell Health

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   Apr 26, 2024 · An anxiety disorder is a mental health condition that involves intense feelings of fear or worry. Different types of anxiety disorders affect millions of Americans. For example, 15 million U.S. adults experience social anxiety disorder, and 6 million experience panic disorder.

9. www.anxietycentre.com › anxiety-disorders › symptomsAnxiety Symptoms, Causes, Treatment - AnxietyCentre.com

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   May 14, 2024 · What is anxiety? Anxiety is defined as a state of apprehension, uncertainty, and fear resulting from anticipation of a realistic or imagined threatening event or situation. [ 1 ] What is anxiety disorder? Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time. This is normal.

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10. www.healthcentral.com › condition › anxietyAnxiety: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment and More - HealthCentral

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    Apr 29, 2024 · Anxiety Defined. What Is Anxiety? Who hasn’t occasionally tossed and turned worrying about the what-ifs in life—job security, health concerns, money woes, or relationship issues? Angst is a...

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11. www.verywellmind.com › benefits-of-anxiety-2584134The Benefits of Anxiety and Nervousness - Verywell Mind

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    May 2, 2024 · Table of Contents. Why Anxiety Is (Sometimes) Good for You. How to Experience the Benefits of Anxiety. Signs of Too Much Anxiety. What to Do When Anxiety Isn't Helpful. Anxiety can create stress, but there's also a silver lining to feeling a little bit nervous.

12. www.buoyhealth.com › learn › anxiety-attackAnxiety Attack | What It Feels Like, Causes, & How to Cope

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    May 9, 2024 · Anxiety attacks can be described by feelings of intense worry, fear, or dread. They are essentially an example of your body's "fight or flight" response gone awry. Anxiety attacks are a relatively common experience; however, they have strong physical signs that sometimes make them hard to differentiate from other conditions.