– Hey, Psych2Go viewers,
Welcome back to our channel. Do you get bouts of
anxiety from time to time? This can be normal before a
first date or a job interview since these emotions often
subside after a while. But if your anxiety is persistent,
This can be concerning. Continuing to feel very
anxious, even after a date, job interview or speech can
indicate something else, an anxiety disorder. Does this sound familiar? If anxiety is something
that you deal with, you’re not alone. Approximately 19% of
Americans have experienced an anxiety disorder, and about 31% of Americans will experience an anxiety disorder in their lifetime. Many of us usually think of sweaty palms and heart palpitations
as symptoms of anxiety, but anxiety can manifest
itself in other ways too. Most of the other signs go unnoticed. So, what are they? Here are six signs of anxiety
that often go unnoticed. Number one, jaw pain. Have you ever noticed
jaw pain from anxiety? Anxiety is usually not the first thing you may think of when you
experience jaw pain or toothaches. You may usually blame a cavity
or another dental problem, but jaw pain and toothaches
can also be caused by anxiety.
More specifically bruxism. This is when an individual
unconsciously and excessively grinds or clenches their teeth. Bruxism is a by-product of stress. When we’re stressed our
whole body clenches up in preparation to fight or flight, hence teeth grinding and jaw pain. Studies support this theory, stating that there is a high
index of anxiety among bruxers, as opposed to non-bruxers. But anxiety is not the only
mental health condition that causes this. People with depression and neuroticism can also experience toothaches
as a result of bruxism. The condition is usually
self-diagnosed and can be treated. Most teeth-grinding
activity happens overnight. So, you may not notice that early on. Morning tooth pain is
usually the first clue. If you wake up with jaw pain frequently, consider finding what
is causing you stress. It may take some time but always seek help from a licensed professional if necessary. Number two is scattered thinking. Another sign of anxiety,
scattered thinking.
Anxiety floods, your thoughts
with negativity and doubts. Often these thoughts are disruptive, and can easily make you
forget your surroundings. You may come off as inattentive. While intrusive thoughts
can steal your attention, there’s also another reason why
you may feel scatterbrained. Anxiety can have neurological effects as well as physical ones. It affects your limbic system, specifically the prefrontal cortex. This part of the brain is known
for executive functioning, but it’s also responsible
for social behavior. When you’re anxious, your prefrontal cortex and other structures of your
limbic systems are impaired.
As a result, you may find
that you lose the thread of a conversation or have
trouble concentrating on a task. If this is something to deal with often, try to ground yourself in the present. There are many wonderful
grounding techniques. The most popular one is box breathing. Wanna try? Okay. Breathe in for four seconds. One, two, three, four. Now hold for four. One, two, three, four. Now exhale for four. One, two, three, four. And then hold again for four. One, two, three, four. Ah! Better? I sped it up a little bit, but try to take your
time with it next time. Number three, cold feet. I’m sure you’ve heard the
term getting cold feet. There’s a reason this popular
idiom describes being nervous. When you’re anxious, perhaps similar to right
Before you get married, your body jumps into a fight or flight. This reaction triggers a
cascade of neurological and hormonal shifts. One of them is that it tells your brain to release adrenaline.
Adrenaline helps you
redirect your blood flow so that most of it is sent
to your vital organs, like your heart and lungs. Consequently, your extremities
start to feel cold. Number four is irritability. Do you easily become irritated? Irritability is a common sign of anxiety. However, it’s a symptom we
often overlook or ignore. It’s a sign that you’re
overwhelmed with stress. Anxiety is associated
with hypersensitivity, meaning that you’ll be much more sensitive to your surroundings, which may cause you to feel
more irritated than usual. Number five is impulsive buying. Another sign of anxiety is impulsivity. In this case, impulse buying. However, impulsivity can manifest itself in many ways, such
as engaging in risky behavior.
Impulsivity because of anxiety can be due to numerous factors. The main one is that your
orbital frontal cortex, another branch of your
limbic system, is affected. Studies found that anxiety
increases the blood flow to that region, which
consequently, increases activity. An increase in activity can lead to either impulse control issues,
hoarding, or impulse spending. Additionally, anxiety affects
your prefrontal cortex and makes it harder for you to make wise and thoughtful decisions. Impulse buying, as well as hoarding, are also forms of self-soothing. They provide a false sense
of comfort and security. If you do find yourself caving in and taking financial risks, please consider reaching
out to a therapist for help. And number six, crying easily. When was the last time you cried? One last sign that goes
unnoticed is crying easily. Inexplicably bouts of crying can mean you’re overwhelmed by the
situation you find yourself in. Not only can it be because
of a sensitivity to stress, but it can also be due to
your fight or flight response.
The correct terminology is
fight, flight, or freeze. Feeling stuck or freezing
amidst a perceived threat can progress these overwhelming
feelings of stress. When you find yourself crying, attempt to relax by taking a deep breath. Then allow yourself to cry. Crying can release all of those feelings you may be holding onto. It may be great to find
additional ways to self-soothe when you’re feeling anxious as well. So have you experienced
any of these signs? I have. What are some self-soothing
behaviors that help you? I enjoy walking. Feel free to let us know
in the comments below. Anxiety is quite common
and can be manageable. If you ever need help or guidance reaching out to a therapist
or mental health professional can be a good idea. Feel free to like and share
this video if it helped you, or if you think it
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Is one more likely than
the other to take place? Number four, you have no clue if others can sense your anxiety. Do you worry about whether
Or can no other people tell when you’re feeling anxious? And then are you doubly
worried about how someone will react if they do find out
you’re having a panic attack? Since no people experience
anxiety the same way nor are any two situations the same, there’s no tangible way to tell
unless you tell someone that you’re not feeling well.
If anything, your anxiety
is not as noticeable as you fear it to be. There are so many other restless, sweaty, awkward people in the world and everyone else is probably
too worried about themselves that they’re less likely to notice if you look a little
flushed or acted a little odd. Five, you can literally
worry yourself sick. Have you ever been so stressed
and worried that you felt like you might throw up or pass out? When you suffer from anxiety,
These severe reactions become normal which can put immense stress on your body over time. Mayo Clinic states that
symptoms such as headaches, heart palpitations, and
Gastrointestinal issues are common expressions of anxiety.
Dealing with these over
an extended period of time can lead to complications such
as irritable bowel syndrome and other chronic disruptions
in the nervous system. Six, self-doubt slows you down socially. Do you long to be out and
about with your friends but your anxiety and doubt convince you to stay home instead? Socializing can be incredibly stressful for someone with anxiety, especially if you have
social anxiety disorder which is specific to
public or group settings. Between physical symptoms
and a racing mind, keeping up a conversation with
your friends can be tricky. Your brain interrupts with
intrusive thoughts and questions and you wonder if you’re doing it right. If you notice that you’re worrying about whether your anxiety makes
you come across as awkward or quiet, that’s okay. It’s good to be aware
of your effect on others but make sure you’re trying your best to be genuine and be you. Living in today’s society is
a lot of pressure already, so there’s no need to
double down on yourself.
Seven, you find it hard to stay focused, you find
It is hard to stay focused. When your anxiety is bad, do
you struggle to concentrate? Like, when you must
reread a page in a book a couple of times over before you finally comprehend what you’re reading. Recent BBC research cites a 2011 study from the University of Notre Dame, which confirms that the
brain is designed to hold only so much information at once. If you’re taking up that
space with tons of what-ifs and worries, there won’t be much room left for anything else. Changing your thought patterns
won’t happen overnight but it’s certainly possible. It will likely take some trial and error to find what works for you
but practicing mindfulness, getting exercise, and avoiding multitasking are a few good places to start. And number eight, yes, you can have anxiety
about your anxiety. Have you ever heard of agoraphobia? The UK National Health
Service defines agoraphobia as a fear of being in
situations where escape might be difficult or that
help wouldn’t be available if things go wrong. Most people who suffer from this condition practice avoidance. Some might refuse to take
public transportation or be in crowded or open spaces, while others may not
leave their house at all.
Avoidance aims to protect you from danger, panic, and even embarrassment. Did you relate to any of these scenarios? Tell us about it in the comments below. Anxiety is tough but so are you. If you have any other tips that
help you with your anxiety, share them in the comments below. If you found this video
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Conditioned by judgmental parents at an early age. You may struggle with worry and fear of what others think about you. Their emphasis is on the opinion of others instead of on social initiatives and family sociability. This may lead to social anxiety. #5 You are overly cautious. Did your parents tend to constantly check on you when you’re not around them? If you have overprotective parents,
there’s a chance that you may be overly cautious. This is because having overprotective parents may condition you at a young age to be wary of everything. It can lead to having a certain worry and fear of things that are unknown to you. Although it can be beneficial to be overly cautious at times. It can also lead to a lot of anxiety. #6 You fear relationships. Do you find yourself scared about forming relationships? This fear may have stemmed from growing up in a separated family. Since you may fear that your current relationships will end up with the same outcome. Having neglectful parents could also cause you to fear relationships… …because it could make you think that your partner will neglect you in the same way. And #7 You doubt yourself.
Have you ever said to yourself… What if I’m doing it wrong? Or am I making a mistake? Your parents’ constant criticism of your ability…can result in you developing constant self-doubt as you grow up. This will also cause you to have a higher risk of developing anxiety disorders in childhood. Do you relate to any of these signs? Let us know in the comments below! If you find this video helpful… Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this video with those who might benefit from it. The references and studies used in this video are added in the description below. Thanks for reading and we’ll see you in the next video!
So getting over it feels difficult Eight you constantly compare yourself to others It’s normal to occasionally compare yourself to others but those with high-functioning anxiety. Take it to an extreme Are you overly concerned with how you measure up against your peers? Do you constantly worry that you’re not fulfilling your full potential? No matter how much you accomplish. Do you never feel like it’s enough? If so, you might be struggling with high-functioning anxiety 9 You’re a constant people pleaser Do you work hard to make others feel happy, even if it comes at the cost of your well-being Do you feel like you’ll never be good enough until you attain it? Everyone’s approval If you have high-functioning anxiety you may have convinced yourself that the only way others will ever accept you is if you go above and beyond what everyone expects of You all the time. 10 You need to keep yourself busy all the time Now we’re not talking about creating great Renaissance artworks or intricate business plans We just mean busy not necessarily productive If you’re not busy you feel Restless and tense.
So you try to occupy yourself with just about anything during your nails. Yes Alphabetizing your games. Okay, cleaning your perfectly working computer fan with a toothbrush It’s sure the truth is you don’t mind doing anything as long as it helps distract yourself from your thoughts and worries 11 You get very anxious whenever you think about the future What does the future mean to you for many in the future is the light of possibility something to eagerly look forward to? then for some, it can feel like Scrooge and that last spirit of Christmas who looked like the Grim Reaper if You’re not feeling hope but terror and dread for what’s to come This could be a sign of high-functioning anxiety can paralyze you with fear about the unknown and what’s not in your control it can keep you from truly living your life to the fullest because you always expect the worst to happen and 12 you always focus on the worst-case scenario Do you like to prep my prep? We mean do you say to yourself? Okay, so this is the worst possible outcome I’ll be ready for it.
If I’m ready for it. I can handle anything else. Do you then continue to expect the worst-case scenario? They might be high-functioning anxiety laying the plans This might lead people to misjudge you as a pessimist because ultimately you may try to share with them your preparations Where you see anticipating and being proactive they see a downer Unfortunately being so prepared often doesn’t allow you to just enjoy the moment Do you relate to any of the things listed here living with high-functioning anxiety is never easy? But most people may not see the emotional toll it can have on a person if you’re starting to feel overwhelmed with your anxiety There are many professional certified resources to reach out to Please like share and subscribe to the site to go for more psychology content.
