Anxiety Resources

Anxiety is a natural emotional response characterised by feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease about an uncertain outcome or perceived threat.

Key points:

Anxiety can be normal and adaptive, helping people respond to challenges or danger.
Excessive or persistent anxiety that interferes with daily life may indicate an anxiety disorder.
It often triggers physical reactions, such as increased heart rate, muscle tension, or restlessness.
Anxiety can affect thoughts, emotions, behaviour, and physical health, making it hard to focus, sleep, or relax.

In short, anxiety is the body and mind’s response to stress or perceived threat, which can be helpful in moderation but harmful when chronic or overwhelming.

Some may experience psychological symptoms such as:

Persistent worry or fear
Feeling restless, “on edge,” or tense
Irritability or mood swings
Difficulty concentrating or racing thoughts
Panic or dread about future events

Some may experience physical symptoms such as:

Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
Shortness of breath or tight chest
Muscle tension, headaches, or stomach aches
Sweating, trembling, or shaking
Fatigue or sleep disturbances (difficulty falling or staying asleep)

When should you seek help with anxiety?

If you are experiencing extreme symptoms (either physical, psychological or both), prolonged or long lasting symptoms, experiencing panic attacks or symptoms are getting in the way of normal daily functioning, it may be time to seek help with your anxiety.

Below, you’ll find a variety of resources that may help support you with your anxiety. Please take a moment to explore them.