Understanding and Calming Anxiety

Do your signs indicate an anxiety disorder?
Signs of an anxiety disorder are:

• Constant and unsubstantiated worry that causes significant distress and interferes with daily life
• Avoiding social situations for fear of being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated
• Irrational fear or avoidance of an object, place, or situation that poses little or no threat of danger
• Performing uncontrollable repetitive actions such as excessive cleaning or checking, or touching and arranging
• Recurring nightmares, flashbacks, or emotional numbing related to a traumatic event that occurred several months or years before

It’s normal to worry and to feel stressed, but if your anxiety level is taking over your life, it’s time to seek attention to help get it under control. The company offers a free resource that provides face-to-face counseling sessions, and you have unlimited access to online resources through the Employee Assistance Program. For details, click here.