PLAINS TALK Mary Milder, LISW PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY Many people who suffer panic attacks wonder if they are actually having a heart attack because their symptoms are so similar. While some individuals feel anxiety occasionally, others become nervous when thinking about/facing certain situations. It does help to know that the physical symptoms of anxiety disorder (a group of mental conditions in which anxicty and wory arise in response to perceived danger) include muscle tension, headaches, indigestion, stomachaches, sweaty palms. dizziness, and a racing heartheat In some cases, anxiety manifests itself as a panic attack, prompting symptoms such as a pounding heart, nausca, dizziness, and the fear of dying or losing control. Leaming to identify these symptoms as a panic attack may help cope with recurrences Treatment for anxiety involves psychological counseling and therapy. This might include psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or a combination of therapy and counseling. Our compassionate counselors are here to help you, We welcome pcople of all ages and from all backgrounds Call our office today at 712-792- 2991 or 800-325-1192. Our office is located at 318 South Maple S.. Suite 1. Carroll. Helping People Cope With Everyday Living. PS.Whneperiening symptons ofa heart ack,one shauld aways erron the side ofcnaion by visiting an emergency departent for treatet.Asubseuet visit to a tdk thenapist can help address underlying ariety PLAINS AREA Mental Health Center ng www.plainsareamentalhealth.org PLAINS TALK Mary Milder, LISW PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY Many people who suffer panic attacks wonder if they are actually having a heart attack because their symptoms are so similar. While some individuals feel anxiety occasionally, others become nervous when thinking about/facing certain situations. It does help to know that the physical symptoms of anxiety disorder (a group of mental conditions in which anxicty and wory arise in response to perceived danger) include muscle tension, headaches, indigestion, stomachaches, sweaty palms. dizziness, and a racing heartheat In some cases, anxiety manifests itself as a panic attack, prompting symptoms such as a pounding heart, nausca, dizziness, and the fear of dying or losing control. Leaming to identify these symptoms as a panic attack may help cope with recurrences Treatment for anxiety involves psychological counseling and therapy. This might include psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or a combination of therapy and counseling. Our compassionate counselors are here to help you, We welcome pcople of all ages and from all backgrounds Call our office today at 712-792- 2991 or 800-325-1192. Our office is located at 318 South Maple S.. Suite 1. Carroll. Helping People Cope With Everyday Living. PS.Whneperiening symptons ofa heart ack,one shauld aways erron the side ofcnaion by visiting an emergency departent for treatet.Asubseuet visit to a tdk thenapist can help address underlying ariety PLAINS AREA Mental Health Center ng www.plainsareamentalhealth.org