Identifying Triggers for Anxiety

What Is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a normal emotion that we all experience from time to time. It’s what we feel when we’re worried or nervous about something. Everyone experiences anxiety differently, but some common symptoms include:

• Restlessness
• Racing heart
• Sweating
• Shortness of breath

• Nausea
• Muscle tension
• Trouble sleeping

For some people, anxiety can be debilitating and interfere with their daily lives. If you’re struggling to cope with your anxiety, it’s important to seek professional help. A therapist can work with you to identify the root cause of your anxiety and develop a treatment plan that works for you.

What Are Anxiety Attacks?

An anxiety attack is a sudden, intense episode of anxiety. Symptoms can include shortness of breath, heart palpitations, sweating, and dizziness. Anxiety attacks can be very frightening, but they’re not dangerous.

Most people who have anxiety attacks don’t have a diagnosed anxiety disorder. However, people with anxiety disorders are more likely to experience anxiety attacks than people without anxiety disorders.

How Do Anxiety Attacks Differ From Panic Attacks?

Anxiety attacks and panic attacks share some similar symptoms, but there are also some key differences.

An anxiety attack usually comes on gradually, sometimes starting with a feeling of unease or worry. Panic attacks usually come on suddenly and without warning.

With an anxiety attack, the physical symptoms typically don’t last for more than a few minutes, but with a panic attack, the physical symptoms can persist for several hours.

People who have panic attacks often have a fear of losing control or dying during the attack. People who have anxiety attacks may avoid situations that they think might trigger an attack.

What Are the Most Common Anxiety Attack Triggers?

Many different things can trigger an anxiety attack, but some triggers are more common than others. Some of the most common triggers for anxiety attacks include:

• Stressful life events, such as a job loss or the death of a loved one
• Exposure to traumatic situations, such as witnessing a natural disaster or being the victim of a crime
• Use of certain medications, such as beta-blockers or antidepressants
• Having another medical condition, such as heart disease or thyroid problems

If you have experienced an anxiety attack, it is important to talk to your doctor about what might be triggering your attacks and how you can best manage your symptoms. Triggers for anxiety can be different for each person, so it is important to identify your triggers and learn how to avoid or cope with them.

What Can Negative Thinking Cause in an Individual?

Negative thinking can cause plenty of problems in an individual. It can make a person anxious, stressed, and even in a depressed mood. It is important to learn how to identify negative thinking so that you can avoid it. Some common triggers for negative thinking include:

Anxiety Triggers Can Be Conquered at Tulua Health

If you’re struggling to overcome triggers for anxiety, our team at Tulua Health can help. We offer a variety of services, including individual therapy and group therapy, that can help you learn how to manage your triggers and anxiety. Contact us today to learn more.