Stress Related Anxiety Disorder

There are a number of psychological consequences to major stressful events and these often include symptoms of anxiety. There are 3 types of reaction -

Acute Stress reaction - It starts within minutes of stressful event. It also tends to resolve rapidly, once the person is able to heal out of the stressful situation. Symptoms are mixed, with the person first appearing dazed and disorientated.

Adjustment reaction - It starts within one month of the stressful event, and symptoms tend to resolve within 6 months. They may include depression, anxiety, irritability and a feeling of being unable to cope.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) - It tends to come on weeks, or even months after a stressful event that was of an exceptionally threatening. Symptoms of this stress disorder include flashbacks, avoiding anything associated with the stressful event and being on edge. In addition, sufferers often experience generalized anxiety, panic disorder, depression and blunting of their emotions.

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