Anxiety can be described as feeling overwhelmed due to a stressful situation.

Those situations could include a new job, exams, or any situation you may find yourself in where there is a sense of uncertainty.

Experiencing Anxiety

For most people it is a short-lived experience. For others, it can have an ongoing effect on their everyday lives.

People who experience prolonged anxiety may have

• panic attacks
• tightening in the chest
• rapid shallow breathing
• worrisome or fearful thoughts
• withdraw from situations or places that might make them anxious