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GAD and PD are two of the most common anxiety disorders in the United States. While generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by a constant fear of being overwhelmed and stressed over everyday things, panic disorder is characteristic of frequent and unexpected panic attacks.

Yes, we recommend an online anxiety test that offers a quick, three minute self-evaluation quiz to help you understand whether or not you have an anxiety disorder. While this test cannot replace advice from a medical professional, it may encourage you to take the next steps.

As the body responds to stress with muscle tension, PMR is a therapy that focuses on slowly tensing and relaxing each muscle. This activity returns the focus to the body, helping the person experiencing anxiety get out of their head and relax.

The 3-3-3 rule is a method used to calm down when experiencing anxiety. It involves looking around at your surroundings and identifying three things you can see, three things you can hear, and moving three parts of your body. This trick can help center your mind whenever thoughts are speeding up and anxiety begins.

Breathing slowly and carefully is an effective way of reducing feelings of anxiety. The 5-5-5 breathing method helps people take deep measured breaths by breathing in for 5 seconds, breathing out for 5 seconds, and waiting 5 seconds before the next breath. This method reduces stress and anxiety, helping people recover from a challenging moment.

Yes, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is shown to be effective in reducing anxiety by introducing an electric current into a specific area of the brain (usually the prefrontal cortex). TMS is a non-invasive procedure that stimulates the brain with a changing magnetic field through electromagnetic induction.

There are many different types of anxiety medication, and the side effects vary based on type. If you are experiencing persisting side effects from your anti-anxiety medication, let your doctor know, and they may be able to change your prescription. Common side effects include:

• Blurry vision
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness or fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Feeling agitated or restless
• Headaches
• Nausea
• Stomachache
• Diarrhea
• Loss of sex drive

You can manage high-stress situations with deep breathing, mindfulness exercises, and muscle relaxation techniques. If you think you might be having a panic attack, closing your eyes or focusing on one central object may help you avoid sensory overstimulation.

Yes. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offers free and anonymous anxiety support services. Just call the helpline at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) for advice on where to get treatment or how to calm down during a panic attack.

If you’re looking for a therapist who specializes in Anxiety Disorders, select “Anxiety” in Treatment Areas Filter in our therapist directory.

The federal parity law dictates that health insurance in the United States must cover treatments such as counseling and medication for mental health disorders in equal parts to physical health coverage.