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SpeakerAnxiety is the result of the fight or flight response to danger.
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SpeakerYou feel anxious a lot? While it's normal to feel anxious from time to time,
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Speakerit can become a problem if it's overactive and kicks in despite you being in no real physical danger,
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Speakeras it can disrupt the function and the quality of your life.
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SpeakerSome of the more general and common symptoms are insomnia, overthinking and hyperventilation,
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Speakerbut did you know that there are also some symptoms that often get overlooked?
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SpeakerHere are seven anxiety symptoms that often go unnoticed.
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SpeakerBefore we begin, we would like to mention that this video is created for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute a professional diagnosis.
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SpeakerIf you suspect you may have anxiety disorder or any mental health condition,
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Speakerwe highly advise you to seek help from a qualified mental health professional.
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SpeakerNumber one. Stomach problems.
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SpeakerDo you often get a stomach ache when you're nervous?
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SpeakerAnxiety has a strong link with certain stomach problems,
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Speakerso it's common to experience an excess amount of gas, bloating and indigestion when you're nervous or stressed.
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SpeakerMoreover, people with specific gastrointestinal conditions, like irritable bowel syndrome, among others, may find that their symptoms flare up with anxiety.
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Speakereating healthy and avoiding caffeine may help reduce these problems.
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SpeakerNumber two. Forgetfulness.
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SpeakerHave you ever found yourself forgetting where certain things are or losing track of what you're supposed to be doing?
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SpeakerWhen in a state of constant over thinking and worry, yyou may find it hard to focus and to keep your thoughts organized.
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SpeakerPart of this can be attributed to anxiety itself.
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SpeakerBut can also be attributed to sleep deprivation as a result of anxious symptoms.
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SpeakerNumber three. Unusual aches and pain.
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SpeakerDid you know that your anxiety can affect your physical as well as your mental well being?
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SpeakerWhen you're feeling especially anxious,
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Speakeryou may notice that you experience strange and painful sensations that cannot be attributed to any illness or accident.
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SpeakerThis is usually due to muscle tension as a result of the fight or flight response of your body when you're anxious.
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SpeakerNumber four. Rash and other skin conditions.
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SpeakerDo you get itchy when you're stressed?
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SpeakerWeird itching, hives and other types of rashes may be attributed to anxiety.
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SpeakerAccording to a 2019 "enlightened solutions" article, this is due to an increase in cortisol and adrenaline that makes your body more prone to developing these conditions.
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SpeakerIt is important, however, to seek help if a rash gets worse or persists for an extended period of time,
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Speakeras it may be a sign of something else.
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SpeakerNumber five. Excessive sleepiness.
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SpeakerHow much sleep do you get every night? Having anxiety where you're in a constant state of alertness and worry can be draining and exhausting.
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SpeakerCoupled with the fact that anxiety can make sleeping more difficult,
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Speakeryou may find yourself feeling tired and sleepy all the time.
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SpeakerWith less energy to do things you enjoy and difficulty getting your much needed rest,
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Speakerthis exhaustion may end up affecting other areas of your life.
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SpeakerNumber six. Impulsive behaviors.
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SpeakerHave you ever found yourself doing things you wouldn't normally do?
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SpeakerBecause anxiety can put your emotions into overdrive, it can cause you to act out in impulsive ways.
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SpeakerYou might lash out at others and say things without thinking or find yourself taking part in harmful activities that you'd normally stay away from.
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SpeakerUltimately, anxiety can make it difficult for you to think clearly and put you more on the edge than normal.
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SpeakerAnd number seven. Feeling cold. Do you tend to wear a jacket wherever you go, even if the weather is quite warm?
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SpeakerWhen you feel particularly anxious, you may notice that you feel colder than normal.
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SpeakerThis is because the fight or flight response can make circulation difficult,
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Speakerpushing the temperature to the chilly side.
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SpeakerThis is especially true with your fingers and toes,
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Speakersince those are general areas where circulation is harder to reach.
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SpeakerDo you know of other signs that often get overlooked? Let us know in the comments below.
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SpeakerThe references and studies used in this video are added in the description below.
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SpeakerThanks for watching and see you in our next one.