What Causes Anxiety Disorders?

Anxiety Disorders affect about 19 million American adults. There are several types of anxiety disorders, such as: Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia), Specific Phobias, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Anxiety Disorders are considered Brain Disorders and can result from genetics, behavioral factors, developmental factors, and other factors. Anxiety Disorders are chronic and can be debilitating. It is normal to experience anxiety, but an Anxiety Disorder is a continual and constant anxiety.

Often Anxiety Disorders can be comorbid (coexisting) with other disorders such as: Depressive Disorders, Eating Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders, Alcoholism, etc. It is important if you think that you have an Anxiety Disorder to seek professional treatment so they can make a complete diagnosis and make the most suitable suggestions for your specific situation.

Scientists have found that parts of the brain (amygdale, hippocampus, basal ganglia, and striatum) are involved in feelings of fear and anxiety (anxiety disorders). It is said that perhaps with the birth of new brain cells and with stimulating growth of new neurons in the hippocampus there may be help with certain Anxiety Disorders.