Everyone gets anxious sometimes. Maybe you've got a big presentation coming up at work, you're running your first marathon, or you're working up the nerve to finally ask out your crush. Whatever it is, you feel nervous, perhaps a bit clammy, and your heart might feel like it's beating faster than usual. But, could you […] The post Signs You Might Have A High-Functioning Anxiety Disorder appeared first on The Hearty Soul.

Here’s how to understand the difference between everyday anxiety and an anxiety disorder.

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and major depressive disorder (MDD) are mental health conditions that can affect your emotions, state of mind, and behavior. Many people refer to these conditions as "anxiety" and "depression." Depression can make you feel sad, empty, hopeless, and sluggish. Anxiety, on the other hand, can make you feel excessive worry, fear, and restlessness. It's possible to have both anxiety and depression; in fact, they frequently occur together.

Anxiety affects millions worldwide, with an estimated 301 million people experiencing an anxiety disorder in 2019, according to the World Health Organization.1 While medication and therapy are common treatments, emerging research suggests that diet may play a crucial role in managing anxiety symptoms. A 2017 clinical review found that consuming yogurt and other fermented foods could foster a healthy gut environment, potentially reducing anxiety and stress levels.2 This connection between gut health and mental well-being has led nutritional psychiatrists to explore the concept of an anti-anxiety diet. Here are 15 foods that may help alleviate anxiety symptoms naturally. 1. Salmon Rich ... Read more

Anxiety and panic attacks are physical manifestations of an anxiety disorder, including generalized anxiety disorder.