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What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is characterized by excessive worry that you find difficult to control. Associated symptoms of anxiety are: restlessness, irritability, muscle tension, and sleep disturbance.  Many people feel anxiety from time to time or during stressful life events; however, if you feel like your anxiety is affecting your interactions at work or at home you may need treatment.

Common Anxious Thoughts

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“I’m going crazy”

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“Everything is overwhelming”

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“I’m going to die”

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“I can’t stop my worries”

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“Something bad is going to happen”

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