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a feeling of nervousness or worry about a future event or uncertain outcome
- The upcoming presentation filled her with so much anxiety that her palms were sweaty.
- He tried deep breathing exercises to manage his anxiety before the exam.
- Talking to a therapist helped her understand and cope with her social anxiety.
- Many students experience anxiety around exam time, but there are resources available to help.
- The tight deadline caused a wave of anxiety to wash over him, making it hard to focus.
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(psychiatry) a mental disorder of constant nervousness and worry, in which one expects something bad to happen with no valid reason
Anxiety, as a mental illness, involves extreme and constant worry or fear about everyday situations. People with anxiety often feel nervous, restless, or tense, and may experience physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat, sweating, and trouble sleeping. This condition can interfere with daily activities and can be triggered by specific events or occur without an obvious cause. Treatment usually includes therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes to help manage the symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Generalized anxiety disorder involves chronic worry about everyday situations.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy helps patients reframe anxiety-inducing thoughts.
- Physical symptoms of anxiety include rapid heartbeat and sweating.
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