There has been a lot of research into the topic of hereditary anxiety, and while medical professionals are not completely sure of the causes of anxiety disorders, it is generally believed that some people are more genetically predisposed to anxiety than others. For example, some chromosomes have been found to be linked with developing phobias or suffering from a panic disorder. However, in addition to being genetically ‘wired’ to experience anxiety more intensely, there are also medical (e.g., a thyroid condition) and environmental factors (e.g., experiencing a traumatic event), which lead to anxiety disorders. This means that anyone can develop an anxiety disorder, regardless of their genetic makeup.
More research is needed to determine the exact causes of anxiety, but there are several treatments available to help sufferers to alleviate their symptoms.
What are the symptoms of an anxiety disorder?
Anxiety is the term applied to a physical and/or emotional feeling rather than a mental illness as most people will experience short-term anxiety at some point. However, there are several conditions grouped together as anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) phobias, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and separation anxiety disorder.
Anxiety can manifest in several ways and can be persistent or intermittent, but common symptoms include uncontrollable worrying, insomnia or difficulty sleeping, tension in the muscles, irritability or outbursts of anger, anxiety attacks, and/or problems with concentration or memory. The body can also respond physically through excessive sweating, increased heart rate, or trembling.
While many people struggle with the symptoms of anxiety, to be formally diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, a person needs to be assessed by a licensed psychiatrist, psychologist, or counselor. However, whether you have been officially diagnosed with an anxiety disorder or not, there are treatments available that can alleviate symptoms and help you in overcoming anxiety.
SGB injection for anxiety
One of the more recent treatments for anxiety is the PTSD breakthrough injection known as the stellate ganglion block injection for anxiety relief (SGB) injection. The injection is administered at the base of the neck, which is where a group of nerve cells linked with anxiety are found. The injection has no significant side-effects and can alleviate the symptoms of anxiety for weeks, months, or years at a time.
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Why Are Some People More at Risk?
In popular belief, those who are most likely to develop PTSD are veterans who have come back from a war. This is because PTSD is far more likely to develop in those who experience ongoing trauma.
This ongoing trauma, however, does not always occur in a warzone. Domestic abuse, child abuse, and sexual abuse can all lead to PTSD. In fact, the greatest number of PTSD cases developed in the home.
Other situations where PTSD is more likely are in high-risk jobs, like police or firefighters. Even living in a rough neighborhood, where hypervigilance and a lack of safety can lead to PTSD.
What is more, is that studies had concluded that those who suffered abuse and developed PTSD when they were younger are prone to develop PTSD again following a single traumatic incident. In this case, they develop PTSD in a situation that, under normal circumstances, they would normally have been fine.
Other treatments for anxiety
Anxiety can also be treated with long-term medication which has been prescribed by a doctor, and/or with therapy. Licensed therapists can help you to explore and understand the causes and symptoms of your anxiety. With cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), for example, you talk to a mental health professional about your experiences to recognize and change thought and behavioral patterns that are leading to anxiety. There are also several lifestyle changes to consider, which can help you to manage the symptoms of anxiety. This includes getting regular exercise, reducing your consumption of caffeine, alcohol, and recreational drugs, eating a well-balanced diet, getting enough sleep, seeking support from loved ones, socializing, and expressing your emotions through creativity or keeping a journal.
Of course, therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes are approaches that take time to become effective, whereas the SGB shot anxiety therapy can make a noticeable difference after just one or two appointments.
If anxiety is preventing you from functioning in your day to day life and/or maintaining relationships with loved ones, SGB for anxiety could help to alleviate your symptoms and take control.
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