Adult Psychiatry
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health conditions defined by persistent and overwhelming feelings of worry, fear, or nervousness that can disrupt daily activities. These experiences are typically more intense and longer-lasting than ordinary anxiety and can occur even without a clear external cause. Physical symptoms may include a racing heart, sweating, shaking, dizziness, and shortness of breath, alongside psychological symptoms such as excessive worry and intrusive negative thoughts.
What is it?
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and behaves. It can manifest as persistent worry, fear, or nervousness, often without a clear or immediate threat. While occasional anxiety is a normal response to stress, chronic or excessive anxiety can interfere with daily life, impacting sleep, concentration, and overall wellbeing.
At The Clinica, our specialists offer personalised care to help manage and reduce symptoms of anxiety. Whether you're experiencing generalised anxiety, panic attacks, or health-related worry, our approach combines evidence-based therapies and, where appropriate, medical support to help you regain control, feel calmer, and restore balance in your life.
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What Causes Anxiety Disorders?
Anxiety disorders can arise from a combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors. A genetic predisposition or a family history of mental health conditions may increase the likelihood of developing anxiety. Changes in brain chemistry, especially involving neurotransmitters that regulate mood and stress responses, are also known to contribute.
How Are Anxiety Disorders Treated?
Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, and many individuals see significant improvement with the right combination of support. One of the most effective approaches is psychological therapy, particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT helps individuals identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns, replace them with more constructive thinking, and develop coping mechanisms for managing anxiety-provoking situations.
Medication may also be recommended depending on the severity of symptoms. Commonly prescribed treatments include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin-noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), both of which help to regulate the brain’s mood-balancing chemicals. In some cases, short-term use of anti-anxiety medication can be appropriate under medical supervision.
In addition to therapy and medication, lifestyle changes can greatly enhance emotional wellbeing. Regular physical activity, adequate sleep, a balanced diet, and mindfulness practices such as meditation or deep breathing exercises can all help to reduce anxiety levels. Peer support, whether through group therapy or support networks, also plays a vital role by offering a sense of community and shared experience. Early diagnosis and intervention are key to preventing symptoms from becoming more severe and helping individuals regain control of their daily lives.
How We Can Help
At The Clinica, Dr. Arora offers expert assessment and bespoke treatment programmes for anxiety disorders in adults.
If you would like to speak about your own symptoms, or those of a loved one, please get in touch with our Booking Team at 01344 946363 or send us an email at info@theclinica.co.uk, and we are here to guide you towards the most appropriate support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Generalised Anxiety Disorder is characterised by ongoing and uncontrollable worry across many areas of life, such as health, work, or relationships. It is often accompanied by physical symptoms like restlessness, fatigue, muscle tension, and sleep difficulties.
Panic Disorder involves repeated, unexpected episodes of intense fear known as panic attacks, which may include symptoms such as chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, or light-headedness. Fear of future attacks can lead to avoidance of certain situations.
Social Anxiety Disorder is a profound fear of social settings or being scrutinised by others, often resulting in avoidance of social activities and significant emotional distress.
A specific Phobia is an extreme, irrational fear of a particular object, situation, or activity — such as heights, flying, or animals — that is out of proportion to the actual threat and can impact daily life.
Agoraphobia is an anxiety triggered by situations where escape might be difficult, leading individuals to avoid public spaces, crowds, or travelling alone.
Separation Anxiety Disorder is a condition where an individual experiences intense fear or anxiety about being apart from someone to whom they are emotionally attached. Though commonly associated with childhood, it can also affect adults.
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