Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health disorder, affecting nearly 30% of American adults. If you avoid leaving home or can’t manage intrusive thoughts, you can find compassionate care at Lifestream Behavioral Health. Anxiety care plans are available for adults, and Dumo Marcus Opuiyo, NP, personalizes treatment to your unique needs and challenges. The providers also offer ongoing support services so you can manage an anxiety disorder in the long term. All services are provided through an online telehealth platform. Call the New York office today to schedule an anxiety evaluation or book an appointment online.

What is anxiety?

Anxiety is a mental health condition that causes persistent feelings of fear or worry, even when there’s no viable threat.

Several types of anxiety disorders develop in adults of all ages, including:

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)

GAD causes intense worry about everyday issues, including family, finances, health, and career, that persist for six months or longer.

Panic disorder

A panic disorder causes sudden fear, even when there’s no danger. Panic attacks can last for several minutes or longer and be severe enough to trigger additional anxieties about having another attack.

Phobia

A phobia describes a deep fear about objects, people, or events that aren’t typically harmful.

Factors that can increase your risk for anxiety include having a family history of anxiety, unmanaged stress, and physical or emotional trauma.

Lifestream Behavioral Health provides comprehensive care for adults with anxiety. The providers specialize in diagnostic evaluations to identify your type of disorder and customize a care plan to treat it.

When should I schedule an anxiety evaluation?

Schedule an evaluation at Lifestream Behavioral Health if you have persistent anxiety symptoms, such as worry, fear, intrusive or racing thoughts.

An anxiety disorder can also cause physical symptoms like:

• Sweating
• Trembling
• Dizziness
• Muscle tension
• Rapid heartbeat
• Shortness of breath

Anxiety can also cause changes in your behavior, such as self-isolation and avoidance of people and places.

The behavioral health specialists complete a psychological evaluation during your telehealth appointment to assess your symptoms and their severity. They may also order blood tests or other lab services to rule out medical conditions that can trigger anxiety issues.

How is anxiety treated?

Lifestream Behavioral Health provides personalized care plans to manage an anxiety disorder. Your specialist might recommend:

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, helps you recognize intrusive or negative thought patterns and behaviors. It also gives you tools that you can use to manage your emotions when you feel an anxiety attack coming on.

Lifestyle changes

Incorporating exercise into your daily routine can help alleviate anxiety and manage stress more effectively. You should also follow a well-balanced diet to enhance your physical, mental, and emotional health.

Medications

When therapy and lifestyle changes aren’t enough, you may benefit from antidepressant or anti-anxiety medications that restore balance in your brain chemistry.

Call Lifestream Behavioral Health today to schedule an anxiety evaluation or book an appointment online.