Types of Anxiety and the Effects on the Body (ePub)

There are many types of anxiety and they each have different effects on the body. People who suffer from anxiety are often times affected physically because it can hinder normal function of the body, not to mention how bad the effects can be when it affects the brain. Many people who suffer from these types of attacks are afraid to leave their homes and some even live in constant fear, this is why people should learn about the different types of anxiety and the effects they can have on the body.

The first type of anxiety that people might experience is general anxiety. This is what many think of when they think of anxiety. It is usually caused by stress in ones life and can affect the physical as well as mental aspects of ones life. Some of the effects of general anxiety are increased blood pressure, heart rate, and breathing problems. These are all pretty common effects of anxiety that can be prevented but if they continue, it can lead to more serious issues.

The other most common type of anxiety is panic disorder. People who are suffering from these attacks have physical symptoms like pounding heart beats, nausea, sweating, and chills. It can also include fear of death or going crazy and can even include digestive problems. When the physical effects of anxiety are mild, they can easily be treated with medication. However, there are times when the effects of anxiety are so bad, it is a good idea to seek medical help because there might be more serious health issues involved.

Read more about how each type of anxiety, and how anxiety effects the body in this book.