Anxiety

Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe.

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Everyone has feelings of anxiety at some point in their life. For example, you may feel worried and anxious about sitting an exam, or having a medical test or job interview.

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During times like these, feeling anxious can be perfectly normal.

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But some people find it hard to control their worries. Their feelings of anxiety are more constant and can often affect their daily lives.

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Anxiety is the main symptom of several conditions, including:

• panic disorder

• phobias, such as agoraphobia or claustrophobia

• post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

• social anxiety disorder (social phobia)

 

If you are experiencing anxiety in school or at home it may be helpful to discuss this with a specialist, your GP or perhaps our school counsellor.  Please speak to Mrs Allen, your Head of Year or your Form Tutor to make a referral to the Counsellor.

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