PSYCHIATRIST IN NJ

Anxiety manifests in different ways, and some people have different anxiety disorders. Some of the most common include:

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) occurs when you have overwhelming anxiety for no apparent reason for an extended period. You may experience feelings of restlessness, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Your worry often feels out of control.

With a panic disorder, you experience unexpected and unprovoked periods of extreme fear, which are panic attacks. During one of these episodes, your heart may pound, you may sweat or have trouble breathing. You may avoid public places for fear of having a panic attack.

Social anxiety disorder causes a fear of social situations due to the expectation of being judged or rejected by others. You may feel self-conscious, anxious, or worried. Those with social anxiety disorder have difficulty making friends or attending public events.

Obsessive thoughts and compulsions which interfere with your daily life characterize this disorder. You may have obsessive thoughts or urges, including illogical doubts about yourself, an exaggerated fear of germs, or needing everything to be in perfect order. You may experience compulsions like repeatedly checking on things, excessive cleaning, or organizing things.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) develops after you’ve been through a traumatic event or experience. PTSD manifests itself by creating fear and anxiety related to an event, long after the threat is over. You may have flashbacks, nightmares, avoid things that remind you of the experience, or feel "on edge" and startle easily.