Anxiety

If you’re consumed by constant fear and worry, anxiety may be why. At We Are Hope in Las Vegas, Nevada, the skilled mental health specialists provide anxiety treatments that help you relax and enjoy life to its fullest without bothersome symptoms. Schedule a psychiatric evaluation by phone or online today for relief. 

What is anxiety?

Anxiety is a common condition that affects your mental health. It’s characterized by worry and fear in situations that may not affect other people. It can diminish your quality of life if you don’t address it. See the We Are Hope specialists at the first sign of a problem. They are highly skilled and offer extensive mental health programs personalized to your needs.

Which symptoms can anxiety cause?

Anxiety can cause the following symptoms:

• Fear
• Worry
• Anxiousness
• Depression
• Anxiety in social situations
• Avoiding anxiety triggers
• Sweating 
• Trembling
• Racing heartbeat
• Panic attacks
• Phobias
• Difficulty sleeping
• Fatigue
• Hyperventilation 
• Restlessness
• Sense of danger or doom

The exact symptoms you experience, and their severity, vary from person to person. While minor anxiety may not bother you, extreme cases can feel crippling.

What may increase my risk of anxiety?

The cause of your anxiety may not be entirely clear, but its risk factors include:

• Family history of anxiety
• Depression or other mental health conditions
• Past traumatic experiences
• Drug or alcohol use
• Certain personality traits
• Stress
• Medical conditions

If you’ve experienced past neglect, abuse, or other traumatic situations, your risk of anxiety increases.

How does my provider diagnose anxiety?

To diagnose anxiety and develop an effective treatment, a We Are Hope provider reviews your lifestyle, discusses your medical history, and completes a mental health evaluation by asking questions about your mood, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

Which anxiety treatments are available?

We Are Hope provides numerous treatments for anxiety. The practice offers an intensive outpatient program, helping patients overcome common mental health challenges. 

If you have anxiety or anxiety combined with other mental health concerns, you might be a candidate for:

• Lifestyle changes
• Individualized therapy
• Couples therapy
• Group therapy
• Family therapy
• Drug and alcohol counseling
• Child and family services
• Family planning
• Case management
• In-home therapy
• Psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR)
• Basic skills training (BST)
• Day treatments
• Parenting support groups
• Treatment for learning disabilities 
• Grief and loss counseling
• Transportation services on a case-by-case basis

It’s important to minimize stress, eat nutritious foods, and get regular exercise and plenty of sleep. Follow up with your mental health specialist in the office or from the comfort of your home. You may be a candidate for anxiety medication to further minimize symptoms.

To find relief from anxiety, call the We Are Hope office or use the online booking feature today.