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LinkedInOVERVIEWTREATMENTSPECIALISTFear characterized by behavioral disturbances.Common CausesCommon CausesAnxiety is not always related to an underlying condition. It may be caused by:Stress that can result from work, school, personal relationshipEmotional traumaFinancial concernsStress caused by a chronic or serious medical conditionA major event or performanceSide effect of certain medicationsAlcohol consumption, drugs such as cocaineLack of oxygenRelated ConditionsRelated ConditionsSometimes anxiety may signify an underlying health condition. These conditions include:Generalized anxiety disorderVery commonA condition with exaggerated tension, worrying, and nervousness about daily life events.Symptoms may include:NervousnessAnxietyTrouble sleepingDrug and alcohol withdrawalCommonOccur upon abrupt discontinuation or decrease in intake/usage of alcohol or drugs by dependent individuals. Ex: Nicotine withdrawal, opioid withdrawalSymptoms may include:RestlessnessAnxietyIrritabilityPanic attackVery commonA sudden episode of intense anxiety accompanied by a feeling of impending doom and frightening physical symptoms, such as a racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, or nausea.Symptoms may include:BreathlessnessAnxietyChest painBipolar disorderVery commonA serious mental illness characterized by extreme mood swings. They can include extreme excitement episodes or extreme depressive feelings.Symptoms may include:ManiaDepressionAnxietyAgoraphobiaVery commonAn anxiety disorder characterized by a specific fear of particular places and situations that the person feels anxious or panics, such as open spaces, crowded places and places from which escape seems difficult.Symptoms may include:Fear of being in a situation where help or escape will not be possibleFear of being alone, being in crowded or in open spacesAnxietyWhat are the treatment options