While everyone feels anxious from time to time, some people experience these feelings so often and/or so strongly that it can affect their everyday lives.
Often people confuse anxiety disorders with stress. Stress is a normal reaction to a situation where a person feels under pressure. For example, it's common for people to feel stressed or uptight when meeting work deadlines, sitting exams or speaking in front of a group of people. However, for some people these feelings are ongoing, happen for no apparent reason or continue after the stressful event has passed.
This website will take you step-by-step through:
types of anxiety disorders
how to recognise signs and symptoms
how to get help and treatment for yourself or someone you know
how to stay well.
To find out more about anxiety disorders, click on the headings on the left hand menu and/or download beyondblue information resources related to anxiety disorders.
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