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Anxiety
Anxiety, panic, and coping-skills community with moderated crisis support
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about your specific condition and treatment.
Get help now
If you are thinking about ending your life or hurting yourself, you do not have to carry it alone. Help exists right now, and reaching for it is not an overreaction.
- In the US: call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). Free, confidential, answered 24 hours a day. You can also chat at 988lifeline.org.
- Outside the US: call your local emergency number - 911 in the US, 999 in the UK, 112 in the EU - or find the crisis line for your country at findahelpline.com.
- If you have already hurt yourself or taken something: call emergency services now. Do not wait to see whether it gets worse.
What happens when you call - and what to do if you are worried about someone else.
When to seek help
If you have chest pain, trouble breathing, or fear you are losing control, seek urgent care to rule out a medical cause. For thoughts of self-harm, call or text 988 in the US or the crisis line for your country.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, contact your local emergency services immediately.
Overview
Anxiety is more than everyday worry. When fear or worry is constant, hard to control, and interferes with daily life, it may be an anxiety disorder - and it is treatable.
Symptoms
- Excessive worry that is hard to control
- Restlessness or feeling on edge
- Racing heart and rapid breathing
- Trouble sleeping
- Panic attacks (sudden intense fear)
Causes
A mix of genetics, brain chemistry, personality, and life stress. Anxiety can also accompany other medical conditions.
Types
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
Join the Anxiety community
Talk with people who understand, share what helps, and find support from others living with anxiety. Private, moderated, and free.
Posts in this community reflect personal experiences, not medical advice. Always talk to your doctor before changing your treatment.