Anxiety Disorders and Treatments

Teenager girl who has her head on her desk due to stress"School is stressing me out!"

"I'm really worried about my friend."

"I'm anxious about getting up to present in front of my class."

Do these thoughts ever cross your mind? Worry, anxiety, and stress are part of everyone's life. In fact, reacting to stress is normal, and actually your parasympathetic nervous system is preparing your body to respond to potentially difficult situations. However, a problem may arise if anxiety becomes more persistent or inhibits your functioning. In this module, you will explore several anxiety disorders and their related symptoms.

Essential Questions

  • What are the symptoms of various anxiety disorders?
  • What are the causes of anxiety disorders?