Anxiety, worry, and restlessness
Anxiety, worry, and restlessness are feelings most people experience at some point in their lives. It becomes a problem when these feelings take over and prevent you from living the life you want. Persistent worry and inner restlessness can affect sleep, concentration, relationships, and work ability.
It is important to understand that anxiety and restlessness are normal reactions that can become disturbed. With the right help, you can learn to manage these feelings and regain control over your daily life.
Symptoms
- Persistent worry that is difficult to control
- Inner restlessness and agitation
- Tension and muscle tension
- Heart palpitations and difficulty breathing
- Sleep problems and fatigue
- Difficulty concentrating
- Irritability
- Avoidance behavior
When should you contact a psychologist?
- Worry and restlessness characterize your daily life
- You avoid situations due to anxiety
- Anxiety affects your sleep, work, or relationships
- You experience panic attacks
- You have tried to manage it yourself without sufficient improvement
- You want tools to cope with anxiety
Treatment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a documented effective treatment for anxiety and worry. Through conversations with a psychologist, you learn to identify and change thought patterns that maintain anxiety, and you get concrete tools to manage restlessness in everyday life. A psychologist at Eyr can help you understand your anxiety and develop coping strategies that work for you.
