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It’s normal to feel anxious when facing a challenging situation but if your worries and fears seem overwhelming and interfere with your daily life, you may be suffering from an
anxiety disorder. There are many different types of anxiety disorders—and many effective treatments and self–help strategies.
it is very essential that you understand your anxiety disorder, there are steps you can take to reduce your symptoms and regain control of your life.
variety of medications, including benzodiazepines and antidepressants, are used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. GABA – it’s full scientific name is
gamma-aminobutyric acid – occurs naturally in your brain, where it functions as a
neurotransmitter and helps regulate brain activity. GABA has an inhibitory function – it tends to slow down
neuron firing.Many of the medications and remedies for anxiety that are used today affect the levels of GABA and how it works in your brain.
But medication is most effective when combined with
behavioral therapy and anxiety self-help strategies.
Take care!