Anxiety

Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia. More than two million Australians suffer from it every year. Around one in four Australians will experience anxiety at some point during their lives. If you are suffering, you are not alone and we are here to help.

There is a normal level of anxiety, for example, when you feel nervous before giving a presentation. However, individuals with an anxiety condition can experience symptoms without any apparent reason, such as frequent rapid breathing and/or sweaty hands.

Types of Anxiety

  • Generalised Anxiety Disorder

  • Social Anxiety

  • Panic Disorder

  • Specific Phobias

  • Separation Anxiety

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Symptoms of Anxiety

  • Panic attacks

  • Sweating

  • Rapid breathing

  • Feeling tense or nervous for no obvious reason

  • Tightening of chest or racing heart

  • Avoiding specific situations which will create an increase in feelings of anxiety

  • Catastrophizing thoughts (e.g., worst-case scenario will occur)

  • Intense feelings of worry

  • Immense fear

  • Trouble sleeping