what causes anxiety in the brain?

3 Responses to what causes anxiety in the brain?

1. Benamoon says:

   There are many factors that can contribute to or cause an anxiety disorder.

   It is possible that a single traumatic event may result in an anxiety disorder but typically it is believed to arise as a result of the combination of many biological, social and psychological factors.

   - Neurological Factors
   - Heredity or Genetic Factors
   - An Overworked or Overstressed Lifestyle
   - Childhood Experiences
   - Personality Factors.

   - Neurological Factors : When we feel we are in danger or feel threatened, our body has an inbuilt defense mechanism that helps us fight or flee. This consists of both physical and psychological reactions that aid us in acting to protect ourselves.

   The physical reactions include an increased heartbeat, fast breathing, muscle tension and so on. The adrenal gland pumps out more adrenalin and you may actually feel more energy inside of you. These are the ways in which the body hopes to help you resolve the situation that is causing you anxiety. In fact, in most cases, it does. When you are stressed or afraid of any situation, all the above reactions help you to focus more on the problem at hand and work on resolving it.

   For some people, however, these reactions tend to be of an extreme nature. Not only that, the mind starts perceiving everyday happenings and normal situations as life threatening. The body therefore is always in a heightened state of anxiety and continues to be in an equivalent physical state. The body continues to trigger responses similar to those when faced by danger even though no real danger exists.

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2. Tristan says:

   Anxiety is a psychological and physiological state characterized by cognitive, somatic, emotional, and behavioral components. These components combine to create an unpleasant feeling that is typically associated with uneasiness, apprehension, fear, or worry. Anxiety is a generalized mood condition that can often occur without an identifiable triggering stimulus such as being stuck traffic, wondering how to pay your bills, and other things. Anxiety is a normal response to stress and is a coping method when stress arises. When you have an excessive amount anxiety it would most likely fall under anxiety disorder.

   What exact chemicals that cause anxiety are not entirely certain, but it is widely believed that the amygdala (the part of your brain that is responsible for the flight or fight response) is case for anxiety. When confronted with unpleasant and potentially harmful stimuli such as foul odors or tastes, PET-scans show increased blood flow in the amygdala. This might indicate that anxiety is a protective mechanism designed to prevent the organism from engaging in potentially harmful behaviors.

   As for what foods to eat to reduce it, you should eat foods that are rich in carbohydrates, protein, and Omega-3 (fish oil). Also eat more vegetables especially green ones. Peppermints are also good with reducing stress and anxiety. You should avoid caffeine because it will increase your blood pressure. Also reduce your sugar, processed and refined foods, and alcohol intake. Instead of drinking soda drink water or juice. Orange juice would be a great one to drink because it is high in Vitamin C.
3. starlove2 says:

   anxiety can be helped by deep breathing and concentrating on something else. finding the root cause of your anxiety is the first step to “solving” it. a psychologist can assist with this, and a psychiatrist can give anti-anxiety pills.

   eating healthy and exercising can help also.