Anxiety is the result of fear or worry about something that is real or imagined. Those people who suffer from anxiety could be apprehensive about something that they are sure is in their future, or they could be apprehensive about something that they think is about to happen. The anxiety often affects the way that these people react. Fear or worry could be the result of an event that could have serious consequences or relatively minor consequences. Some of the people who suffer from anxiety are facing some disastrous event such as a plane crash, or they could have fear or apprehension about a relatively simple event such as a speech in front of a local business group.

There are many professionals who have studied anxiety including some famous people such as Sigmund Freud. These professionals have studied the events that produce fear and apprehension in the lives of different people. These professionals look for the causes of anxiety, and they also look for solutions for those suffering from anxiety. The professionals devoted to the study of anxiety have many insights into the causes of this condition. They have also provided many insights into ways to cope with fear and apprehension.

Anxiety Can Be Controlled

The professionals who have studied anxiety and the effects of this condition on the every day lives of people have developed different methods for coping with fear and apprehension. There are strategies that people can use to eliminate the effects of fear or apprehension. Although it is not always easy to eliminate fear or apprehension, people can learn to cope with these emotions so they do not limit their activities or lives. A person terrified about a speech in front of a group can prepare for the speech with effective strategies to avoid the appearance of a terrified speaker.

The medical professionals devoted to the problems people suffer due to anxiety have also worked to develop other means to live with fear and apprehension. There are pharmaceutical products that people can use to relieve their fears. There are many different drugs available for relieving those affected by their fears, real or imagined. The effects of fear and apprehension can be much different for different people so the use of any type of drug should be initiated and continued with the advice of a medical professional. All people feel strong emotions when confronted with a stressful situation, but all people react in different ways. The important thing for all people should be coping strategies to avoid adverse reactions to stressful events.

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Stress management is the controlling and reducing of tension that occurs in stressful situations. Everyone copes with stress everyday. “I’m SO stressed out!” - It seems like you hear it all the time from nearly every one you know . Most people are unprepared to deal with stressors that trigger feelings that can make us sick. Literally, sick.The statistics are staggering. Research conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health has shown that anxiety disorders are the number one mental health problem among American women and are second only to alcohol and drug abuse by men. One in every eight Americans age 18-54 suffers from an anxiety disorder. This totals over 19 million people! Anxiety is the most common mental health issue facing adults over the age of 65. Treating anxiety disorders costs the U.S. $46.6 billion annually.Health Psychology magazine reports that chronic stress can interfere with the normal function of the body’s immune system. And studies have proven that stressed individuals are more vulnerable to allergic, autoimmune, and cardiovascular diseases.Stress often prompts people to respond in unhealthy ways such as smoking, drinking alcohol, eating poorly, or becoming physically inactive. This causes damage to the mind and body.There are 3 common types of stress:Mini-stress - the annoying hassles of day to day life: - Heavy traffic - Cells phones with no powerModerate-stress - the more significant day-to-day hassles that comes from deadlines and time pressures constraints - Project deadline at work - HolidaysSevere-stress - those events that are traumatic long term or permanent - Divorce or separation - Loss of jobAlthough there is no definitive answer to any of specific stressor you may experience, it’s your coping skills that support your ability to manage stress.Here are 7 coping skills to stress proof your life.1.Know how to relax - find a quiet place, get comfy make sure your body is well supported. Breath slowly and deeply.2. Eat right and exercise often - avoid caffeine and refined sugar, eat dairy products which may improve your mood. Make exercise a part of your daily life-even if it’s only taking the stairs instead of the elevator or parking at the far end of the lot.3. Learn it is OK to say ‘no’. Often, many of us feel we have to say ‘yes’ to everyone, every time we’re asked for help. You can’t be all things to all people. You must first meet your own needs before you can truly give others what they need.4. Take a mini-vacation from stress. If you can find fifteen minutes a day, or one hour a week if daily isn’t possible, make a date with yourself. Schedule a walk around the block, lunch in the park, a sunrise or sunset alone, a bubble bath without interruptions.5. Make time for yourself, your number one priority; once your own needs are met you will find you have more time for others. And you may find more pleasure in helping others when you don’t feel that you must always put others needs before your own.6. Go outside and enjoy Mother Nature. A little sunshine and activity can have amazing ramifications on your stress level and will enhance your entire outlook towards life. Your improved attitude will have a positive effect on everyone. Not only will you be less stressed, you will be healthier, happier, and more energetic; ready to face whatever obstacles come your way.7. Have a good sense of humor. Be a resource to yourself. Try something new, learn to play again. Laugh. Laughter releases endorphins, chemicals in the brain that restore calm.Stress management and how you cope with stress is part of your daily life. It’s how you react to stress that makes all the difference in maintaining your health and well-being. Just like causes of stress differ from person to person, what relieves stress is not the same for everyone. You’ll never completely get rid of stress, but you can learn to manage stress with coping techniques that work for you. I hope that I’ve given you some great ideas on how you can deal with stress.—Linda Hampton RN, MSN a wellness and stress management coach with over 15 years executive experience. Helping teams manage stress and meet goals. Would you like to learn stress relief techniques that get results? Learn how to dramatically improve your stress relief results by claiming your FREE 5 Part customized home study course at =>