6 conditions that can lead to anxiety attacks- part 3
4. Social phobia
This is also termed as social anxiety disorder. Social phobia is characterized by overwhelming self-consciousness and extreme anxiety. This can lead to the actual anxiety attacks. The fear arises because he/she thinks he/she is being watched, observed and judge by people surrounding him.
5. General phobias and a number of specific phobias
These produce intense fear that may have insignificant effects on the person. Normally phobias are irrational. But even if the sufferer knows that it is irrational, he still cannot reverse his fears or the cause of his actions. People who suffer from phobias may be prone to extreme panic attacks just by thinking of facing their fears!
6. Post-traumatic stress disorder
This is typically caused by a single traumatic event that is embedded in his memory. During times that they are being hunted by this unwanted memory, they become emotionally numb.
The 6 conditions discussed so fat are the major categories of panic disorder that can cause anxiety attacks. Knowing them may help you identify the condition early and seek help.
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