Understanding Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural and common emotional response experienced by individuals in various situations. It is a feeling of unease, nervousness, or fear that arises due to perceived threats, uncertainties, or stressors in life. While mild anxiety can be a normal and even helpful reaction, excessive or chronic anxiety can become a mental health concern.
When faced with a perceived threat or danger, the body’s natural “fight or flight” response is triggered, releasing hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. These physiological changes prepare the individual to respond to the threat by either confronting it or escaping from it. However, in cases of anxiety disorders, this response becomes exaggerated and can be triggered by situations that are not actually dangerous.