Group 1 Anxiety Disorders

PRESENTATION
OF GROUP 1
ANXIETY
DISORDERS
What are anxiety disorders?
Anxiety disorders are conditions in which
you have anxiety that does not go away
and can get worse over time. The
symptoms can interfere with daily
activities such as job performance,
schoolwork, and relationships.
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and
uneasiness. It can be a normal reaction to
stress. For example, you might feel anxious
when faced with a difficult problem at work,
before taking a test, or before making an
important decision. It can help you to cope.
The anxiety may give you a boost of energy or
help you focus. But for people with anxiety
disorders, the fear is not temporary and can
be overwhelming.
What are the types of anxiety
disorders?
There are several types of anxiety disorders,
including:
1. GENERALIZED ANXIETY DISORDER(GAD)
Characterized by chronic, excessive worry about
various aspects of daily life such as work, health, or
social interactions. Symptoms include restlessness,
fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and
sleeps problems.
2. PANIC DISORDER
Involves recurrent, unexpected panic attacks sudden
periods of intense fear or discomfort. Symptoms of
panic attack may include heart palpitations, sweating,
shaking, shortness of breath, and feelings of
impending doom.
3. SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER(Social Phobia)

Marked by intense fear of being judged, embarrassed,
or humiliated in social situations. This can lead to
avoidance of social events, work or school.
4. SPECIFIC PHOBIAS
An intense, irrational fear of specific objects or
situations, such as heights, flying, or spiders. The fear
is often disproportionate to the actual danger posed.
5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Although technically categorized under its own
section, OCD involves persistent, unwanted
thoughts (obsessions) that drive individuals to
perform repetitive behaviors (compulsions) to
alleviate anxiety.
6. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Typically follows exposure to a traumatic event,
such as violence, accidents, or natural disasters. It
includes symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares,
and severe anxiety related to the trauma.
7. Separation Anxiety Disorder

Common in children, this involves excessive fear
or anxiety about being separated from home or
loved ones. It can also affect adults in certain
situations.
8. Agoraphobia
Fear of situations where escape might be difficult,
such as open spaces, crowded places, or traveling
alone. This fear often leads to avoidance of such
situations.
9. Selective Mutism
Typically seen in children, this is a consistent
failure to speak in certain social situations despite
the ability to speak in others (e.g., at home but
not at school).
What causes anxiety disorders?
The cause of anxiety is unknown.

Factors such as genetics, brain
biology and chemistry, stress, and
your environment may play a role.
Who is at risk for anxiety
disorders?
The risk factors for the different types
of anxiety disorders can vary. For
example, GAD and phobias are more
common in women, but social anxiety
affects men and women equally. There
are some general risk factors for all
types of anxiety disorders, including:
Certain personality traits,
such as being shy or
withdrawn when you are in
new situations or meeting
new people Traumatic
events in early childhood or
adulthood Family history of
anxiety or other mental
disorders Some physical
health conditions, such as
What are the symptoms of
anxiety disorders?
The different types of anxiety disorders
can have different symptoms. But they
all have a combination of:
Anxious thoughts or beliefs that are hard

to control. They make you feel restless
and tense and interfere with your daily
life. They do not go away and can get
worse over time.
Physical symptoms, such as a
pounding or rapid heartbeat,
unexplained aches and pains,
dizziness, and shortness of breath
Changes in behavior, such as
avoiding everyday activities you
used to do Using caffeine, other
substances, and certain medicines
can make your symptoms worse.

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PRESENTATION

3. SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER(Social Phobia)

6. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

7. Separation Anxiety Disorder

The cause of anxiety is unknown.

Anxious thoughts or beliefs that are hard

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