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Did you know that \u200b1 in 13 people<\/a> in the world have to deal with anxiety at least once in their lifetime?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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People with anxiety disorders frequently have intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. Many people with a mental health condition, also suffer from GAD (General Anxiety Disorder) to some degree. In my experience, those who struggle with depression, usually suffer from anxiety to some level as well, and vice versa. \u200bThose who have never suffered from anxiety often cannot understand the feelings and problems of sufferers, and this is how myths and misconceptions arise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the most common myths about anxiety<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Myth: It\u2019s not a real medical problem<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Truth: <\/strong>\u200bAnxiety is a \u200bpathological condition<\/a> characterized by irrational and excessive feelings of dread and fear, which are accompanied by hyperactivity of the \u200bautonomic nervous system<\/a>\u200b. One-third of the funds spent on the treatment of mental disorders fall on anxiety disorders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion: Anxiety IS a real medical problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Myth: This is a temporary problem<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Truth: <\/strong>\u200bThe awareness of the difference between real and imagined danger can \u201ccut down\u201d the anxiety flow in a person. A person must not forget that anxiety is transient. Quality work on oneself will lead to positive changes. Untreated anxiety can lead to lifelong issues around self-esteem and confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Myth: Only weak people have anxiety<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Truth: <\/strong>\u200bVery successful and happy people, from the outside, often face anxiety disorders. This happens, for example, because of fear that they will not meet their expectations or the expectations of those around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Myth: Medication is the only treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Truth: <\/strong>\u200bWhen an anxious person seeks help, extra examinations are referred to confirm or rule out physical dysfunction. The following examinations are recommended first:<\/p>\n\n\n\n