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How To Test Anxiety?

Self Analysis Methods:

Generally, we all experience some level of nervousness or tension in our lives. Here are some of the following questions to test for anxiety.

  1. Does the idea of leaving home frighten you?
  2. Do you experience sensations of shortness of breath, palpitations or shaking while at rest?
  3. Do you have a fear of losing control of yourself?
  4. Do you avoid social situations because of feelings of fear?
  5. Do you persistently relive an upsetting event from the past?
  6. Do you feel that you worry excessively?

Symptoms of Anxiety:

  • Shortness of Breath - Breathlessness - Difficulty Breathing.
  • Difficulty in Swallowing.
  • Fast Heart Beats.
  • Sharp Pains in the Chest or Chest Discomfort.
  • Nausea and Vomiting.
  • Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Faintness.
  • Fears of Losing Control, Dying.
  • Sleeplessness.
  • Sweating.

How To Reduce Anxiety:

  • Reduce stress level.
  • Avoid stressful situation or people around you.
  • Eat balanced and healthy diet and do not eat too much.
  • Exercise regularly.
  • Take adequate sleep/rest.
  • Consult with your healthcare physician and follow prescriptions.
  • Avoid alcohol and drugs.
  • Reduce caffeine intake.

 


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