😟 Anxiety in Adults: Symptoms, Causes and Support

As life's pace increases, responsibilities and uncertainties can trigger anxiety. Work, family, health, and financial issues can be constant sources of worry in an adult's daily life.

Anxiety is normal when it's short-term and controlled, but when it becomes persistent and intense, it reduces quality of life, affects sleep and concentration, and can even lead to physical symptoms.

Symptoms of Anxiety

Anxiety in adults can manifest in different ways:

• Emotional symptoms: Constant worry, restlessness, panic feelings
• Cognitive symptoms: Difficulty making decisions, constantly thinking about negative scenarios
• Behavioral symptoms: Avoiding social situations, procrastinating, deviating from routines
• Physical symptoms: Heart palpitations, headaches, stomach problems, muscle tension

💡 Causes of Anxiety

Anxiety doesn't have a single cause; usually multiple factors come together:

• Life stress: Work intensity, family responsibilities, financial pressures
• Past experiences: Traumas, challenging life events
• Personality traits: Perfectionism, excessive need for control
• Biological factors: Brain chemistry, hormones, and genetic predisposition

🌱 Coping with Anxiety

• Recognize and accept your emotions: Rather than suppressing anxiety, being able to say "This situation worries me" is relieving.
• Share with people you trust: Expressing your feelings makes you feel less alone and lightens the emotional burden.
• Daily routine and healthy living: Regular sleep, nutrition, and movement reduce anxiety.
• Problem-solving in small steps: Focus on what you can control; small progress alleviates anxiety.

Professional Support

If anxiety is reducing your quality of life or having a serious impact on daily tasks, seeking professional help is the most effective way.

📚 References:

• American Psychological Association (APA). Anxiety in Adults.
• Barlow, D. H. (2002). Anxiety and Its Disorders.
• Hofmann, S. G., et al. (2012). The efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy. Cognitive Therapy and Research.