In today’s increasingly stressful society, both rich and poor, men and women, young and old, officials and civilians, seem to be plagued by anxiety. Some analysts believe that China has entered the era of “universal anxiety”. So, how far away are we from anxiety disorders? Typical case] When 26-year-old Xiao Gang graduated with a master’s degree this year, he was lucky enough to be hired by a listed company. Soon after work, due to poor performance, he felt a sharp increase in pressure, often insomnia. One night more than a month ago, he suddenly felt extremely fearful, nervous and sweaty in the middle of the night, accompanied by chest tightness, dizziness, heart pain, extremely fast heartbeat, and the unpleasant feeling of dying. 120 came out to the emergency department of the hospital, but multiple examinations did not find any problem. Since then, he has been sullen, and the number of heartaches has been increasing, and he had three panic attacks within a month, but each time he went to the hospital for examination but no problem was found, he was very painful, always afraid of another attack, unable to work normally, and also submitted a resignation application. The family members, who were anxious, took him to the psychology department for consultation and treatment under the guidance of friends. The expert answers questions] Such patients are not uncommon in psychological clinics. The shadow of “universal anxiety” has quietly descended on everyone’s head. So, what kind of anxiety disorder is it? Anxiety disorder is commonly referred to as anxiety state, known as anxiety neurosis. It is a brain dysfunction with persistent anxiety, fear, tension and impaired vegetative activity, often accompanied by motor agitation and somatic discomfort. The most prominent symptom of anxiety disorder is anxiety, which is a neurological disorder with anxiety as the main clinical manifestation, and this disorder is very common abroad. A significant portion of the neurological disorders diagnosed in China are also diagnosed as anxiety disorders in Western countries. Anxiety is an experience of inner tension, fear, uneasiness, and even an unsettling premonition of a calamity coming. Anxiety disorders can be divided into two categories: acute and chronic. Acute anxiety, also known as panic attacks, starts suddenly and is episodic in nature. During the attack, the patient has an indescribable feeling of inner tension and fear. In severe cases, there can be extreme fear, nervousness, dilated pupils, profuse sweating, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, chest pain, palpitations, extremely fast heartbeat, and even feel “heart jumping into the throat”, a sense of urgency to urinate and defecate, numbness in the limbs, and even uncontrollable shivering and sweating, the patient is terrified, as if ” The patient is terrified, as if he or she is “in danger” or “dying” or “losing self-control”, and has a sense of near death. Each attack usually peaks in 10 minutes and lasts for 20 to 30 minutes, and often occurs suddenly and resolves on its own. The symptoms of acute anxiety attack are similar to those of heart attack and angina pectoris, and the patient feels inexplicable fear during the attack. It is often misdiagnosed as an acute physical illness such as heart disease. If you or someone around you often have sudden heart pain, sweating all over the body, or even extreme fear, nervousness, difficulty breathing, extremely fast heartbeat or even feel “heart jumping into the throat”, but go to the hospital for examination, but the heart is fine, we should consider “high pressure” caused by “acute anxiety”. Acute anxiety” caused by “high pressure”. The occurrence of anxiety disorders is generally related to genetic factors, pre-morbid personality traits, mental factors, biological factors, most patients are usually more sensitive, easy to anxiety and worry, easy to panic, easy to produce a sense of insecurity. The onset of anxiety is usually in the young and middle-aged period, with the onset of anxiety before the age of 40 being the most common. Anxiety is a psychological phenomenon, and moderate anxiety is beneficial, while excessive anxiety can become a disease. So, what is the difference between anxiety and anxiety disorders in normal people? Normal people have anxiety reactions when faced with major events, such as taking important exams, attending interviews, being hospitalized due to illness or stressful interpersonal relationships, etc. These reactions are secondary to anxiety and generally disappear as the problem is lifted and the anxiety symptoms disappear; it does not fall within the scope of anxiety disorders. The anxiety of anxiety disorder patients is often overwhelmed by small things, or although there is a reason for it, the reaction is too heavy and lasts too long. If “anxiety disorder” is not effectively treated and corrected for a long time, it may lead to functional disability and even suicide. So, in this era of universal anxiety, how should we face it? Ensuring a good work style and lifestyle can help prevent the occurrence of anxiety disorders. Avoid setting too high goals; avoid putting too much pressure on yourself by putting everything on the line; arrange your work and life rhythm properly; exercise in moderation; arrange social activities and recreational pastimes appropriately; confide in people and express your emotions when you are upset; and participate in activities that help regulate your emotions. If your anxiety has seriously affected your life and work, please seek professional treatment and actively cooperate with psychotherapy and medication. The key to resist anxiety is to be good at creating a happy mood!