Symptoms of Persistent Anxiety

Excessive Worry

Tension, Edginess, & Irritability

Insomnia, Disturbed Sleep

Fatigue

Difficulty Concentrating

Rapid Heartbeat (Palpitations)

Shakes, Chills, & Hot Flashes

Nausea, Diarrhea, & Stomach Pain

Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath

Headaches, Muscle Aches, & Back Pain

Persistent anxiety takes its toll on your emotions, and it affects your body as well. In fact, those feelings of anxiety set off a trail of physical responses—such as chest pain and rapid heartbeat.

Frequently, the physical symptoms of persistent anxiety, such as palpitations or stomach pain, are what prompt many people to visit their doctor. Once a physical disease is ruled out, persistent anxiety may be suspected.

Here’s the good news: Persistent anxiety can be treated.

Back to Anxiety Disorders

Counseling Homepage

Christian Counseling Homepage