Anxiety

The student may…

• Worry about everyday things for at least six months, even if there is little or no reason to worry about them
• Unable to control their constant worries
• Know that they worry much more than they should
• Unable to relax
• Have a hard time concentrating
• Easily startled
• Have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
• Common body symptoms are:
  • Feeling tired for no reason
  • Headaches
  • Muscle tension and aches
  • Having a hard time swallowing
  • Trembling or twitching
  • Irritable
  • Sweating
  • Nausea
  • Feeling lightheaded
  • Feeling out of breath
  • Having to go to the bathroom often
  • Hot flashes.