Anxiety is a kind of worry. We all feel it. It can be small and helpful. But sometimes worry becomes big. Big worry can make work, school, and family hard. Here, we will explain the difference in straightforward terms.
What Is Everyday Anxiety?
Every day anxiety is normal. It comes and goes. It helps you get ready for tests or keeps you safe. For example:
- You feel nervous before a test.
- You worry about a job interview.
- You feel scared on the first day at a new school.
These feelings are strong for a little while. Then they fade. You can still sleep, eat, and do chores. You can still play and be with friends.
What Is An Anxiety Disorder?
An anxiety disorder is more than normal worry. It lasts a long time. It can make life hard. You might have:
- Worry most days for many weeks.
- Trouble sleeping a lot.
- Panic attacks. These are sudden scares with fast breath and a fast heart.
- Avoiding places or people because of fear.
Anxiety disorders stop you from doing normal things. You might miss school or work. You might skip parties or avoid friends. This is not just being shy. It is a health problem that needs care.
How to Tell the Difference
Here are simple signs to check:
- Time: Every day, worry fades. An anxiety disorder lasts for weeks or months.
- Intensity: Everyday worry is mild. An anxiety disorder feels very strong and hard to control.
- Function: Everyday worry does not stop daily life. An anxiety disorder makes work, school, or play hard.
- Physical signs: With a disorder, you may feel shaky, have tummy pain, or feel out of breath a lot.
If you are unsure, it is okay to ask for help. A doctor or nurse can listen and guide you.
Quick Tips to Feel Better Now
These small steps can help anyone with worry:
- Breathe slowly. Count to four as you breathe in. Count to four as you breathe out.
- Move your body. Walk, stretch, or play.
- Sleep more. Make a calm bedtime routine.
- Talk to someone you trust. Say how you feel.
- Do one small job at a time. It is okay to take breaks.
These tips can help with everyday anxiety. They can also help while you get more help for an anxiety disorder.
When to Ask For Help
Ask for help if:
- Worry lasts many weeks.
- You have panic attacks.
- You stop doing normal things.
- You feel very sad or think about hurting yourself.
Asking for help is brave. It’s the initial move toward improving your well-being.
How We Help At CK Wellness, PLLC
We are CK Wellness, PLLC. We give care that is kind and based on proven methods. We help many conditions, like anxiety, panic, and sleep problems. We also help with depression, trauma, ADHD, and more.
When you come to us, we:
- Listen to your story. We hear your worries.
- Make a plan just for you. The plan fits your life and needs.
- Offer therapy. Talk therapy helps you learn ways to cope with fear.
- Offer medicine when you need it. Medicine can help your body and mind feel calm.
- Help with sleep and daily routines. Better sleep can help a lot.
- Treat other problems that come with anxiety, like substance use or mood changes.
Our team is led by Dr. Krishnaswamy Gajaraj and Shirnett Khorran-Gajaraj. We have many years of experience. We treat children, teens, adults, and older adults with care and respect.
What Treatment Might Look Like
Here are common steps we use:
- Checkup: We ask questions and do a careful check.
- Talk Therapy: We teach simple skills to cope with worry. You learn step by step.
- Medicine: If needed, we explain options and watch how you do.
- Follow-up: We meet often at first. Then we meet less as you get better.
- Family Support: We include parents or family when it helps.
We work with you. We adjust the plan until it fits.
Stories of Hope
Many people get better with care. A child may learn to sleep better. A teen may go back to school. An adult may feel calm at work again. Small steps add up. You can get help and feel better.
Take the First Step
If worry is making life hard, we can help. You don’t have to handle this on your own. Call or visit CK Wellness, PLLC. We meet you with kindness. We make a clear plan. We walk with you as you heal.
You matter. Your feelings matter. We are here to help you find peace and strength every day.
FAQs
Q. Will Medicine Help Me?
Sometimes medicine helps. A doctor will talk with you and decide what is best.
Q. How Can CK Wellness, PLLC Help?
We listen to you. We make a simple plan. We offer talk therapy and medicine if needed. We help your family, too.