09/02/2026
Anxiety . Below are its common signs and symptom
Physical Symptoms
- Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
- Shortness of breath or feeling like you’re choking
- Sweating, trembling, or shaking
- Muscle tension or aches
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, or feeling faint
- Nausea or digestive issues
- Sleep problems (difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or restless sleep)
- Fatigue or feeling tired all the time
Emotional Symptoms
- Persistent worry or fear that feels hard to control
- Irritability or feeling on edge
- Restlessness or inability to relax
- Feeling overwhelmed or like something bad will happen
- Sense of dread or panic
Cognitive Symptoms
- Racing thoughts or difficulty concentrating
- Mind going blank or trouble remembering things
- Catastrophizing (expecting the worst-case scenario)
- Feeling detached from yourself or your surroundings (depersonalization/derealization)
Behavioral Symptoms
- Avoiding situations or places that trigger anxiety (e.g., crowds, social events)
- Procrastinating or avoiding tasks due to worry
- Seeking constant reassurance from others
- Fidgeting, pacing, or engaging in repetitive behaviors (e.g., nail-bit)