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Anxiety is often described as sustained, excessive worry that a person cannot control related to the anticipation of a future threat, such as a traumatic event. At times, anxiety can have a significant, adverse effect on daily life, work, relationships, and overall happiness. Anxiety can also manifest as an irritable, worried, restless, and debilitating stress response lasting minutes to days. Almost everyone has had anxiety surrounding a stressful situation.

When to seek advice or treatment from a medical professional

It's recommended you speak to a healthcare provider about your anxiety should any of these situations occur:

• Your anxiety becomes an obstacle in any aspect of everyday living, often causing difficulties for six or more months.
• Your anxiety becomes a negative influence in relationships creating barriers in life.
• Your anxiety leads to isolation producing thoughts of hopelessness or helplessness.
• Your anxiety controls your life with emotional or physical responses to excessive worry.

Recognition of anxiety is a key factor in dealing with excessive worry and moving forward in life. If you experience symptoms or difficulty controlling worry, ask yourself if it could be the anxiety you're experiencing. It's important to share any concerns about excessive worry with your healthcare provider so we can help you identify ways to address your anxiety and move past the adverse effects of excessive worry.