15 Ways to Tell if You're Suffering From an Anxiety Disorder

15 Ways to Tell if You're Suffering From an Anxiety Disorder
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Do you have an anxiety disorder? Or are you just a little nervous and anxious every now and then? Anxiety is more than just a feeling; it's an illness that affects its sufferers both mentally and physically.

Your body is equipped with the fight or flight system. It's a system that is designed to make it simple for you to fight or run at any sign of danger. When the fight or flight system is unsteady, anxiety is caused.

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Ways to Tell if You're Suffering From an Anxiety Disorder

According to research, "it is estimated that between 5-11 percent of people will experience a form of general anxiety disorder during their lifetime."

There are many different forms of anxiety. Some of them include generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Continue reading to find out if you are suffering from an anxiety disorder.

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