Expert Anxiety Treatment
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At Rowan Center for Behavioral Medicine, we specialize in providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment for anxiety. Our team of licensed psychologists, all with PhDs from top institutions, offers tailored strategies to help you manage and overcome anxiety, allowing you to regain control of your life. Unlike traditional talk therapy, our approach focuses on measurable outcomes and lasting change, ensuring that you experience real progress.
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a natural human response to stress or perceived danger, characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure. It’s normal to experience anxiety occasionally, such as before a big presentation or during significant life changes. However, when anxiety becomes excessive, persistent, and interferes with daily activities, it may indicate an anxiety disorder.
An anxiety disorder involves more than temporary worry or fear. It can cause intense, prolonged symptoms that disrupt daily life, relationships, work, and overall well-being. Recognizing the signs of an anxiety disorder is the first step toward effective treatment and reclaiming control over your life.
Common Symptoms of Anxiety
- Persistent and excessive worry or fear
- Restlessness or feeling on edge
- Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
- Irritability
- Muscle tension
- Sleep disturbances (difficulty falling or staying asleep)
- Physical symptoms like increased heart rate, sweating, trembling, or gastrointestinal issues
- Shortness of breath
- Heart palpitations
- Restlessness or an inability to stay still or calm
- Numbness or tingling in hands or feet
- Nausea
- Dizzines
- Excessive, unrealistic worry
- Avoidance of situations that provoke anxiety
- Social anxiety (i.e., fear of judgment in social situations; afraid of being criticized)
Prevalence and Impact of Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide.
- In the United States, approximately 31.1% of adults experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives (National Institute of Mental Health, 2017).
- Among adolescents aged 13-18, about 31.9% have an anxiety disorder, with a higher prevalence among females than males (Merikangas et al., 2010).
- Global Concern: Anxiety disorders are a leading cause of disability worldwide, significantly impacting daily functioning and quality of life (World Health Organization, 2017).
Without proper treatment, anxiety disorders can lead to:
Reduced Quality of Life: Interference with work, school, and personal relationships.
Physical Health Issues: Increased risk of chronic conditions like heart disease and gastrointestinal problems.
Mental Health Complications: Heightened risk of depression and substance misuse.