Anxiety Treatment and Recovery
Anxiety is both a mental and physical state characterized by negative expectations and feelings of tension. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), over 40 million adults in the United States (19.1% of the population) experience anxiety disorders annually, while 31.1% face anxiety at some point in their lives. It is the most common mental illness in the country; however, anxiety disorders are treatable with the right therapies tailored to the individual.
Common Signs of Anxiety
Anxiety can manifest in various ways, with symptoms that differ from person to person. Common signs of anxiety include:
- Feeling Nervous or Restless: A persistent sense of unease and apprehension.
- Sense of Impending Doom: A feeling that something bad is about to happen.
- Increased Heart Rate: Your heart may race or beat faster than normal.
- Rapid Breathing (Hyperventilation): Breathing that becomes shallow or quick.
- Sweating: Excessive perspiration throughout the body.
- Muscle Twitching: Physical tension in the muscles, leading to shaking.
- Lethargy or Weakness: A sense of fatigue or exhaustion.
Anxiety & Substance Abuse
Anxiety and substance abuse often co-occur, creating a challenging cycle. Many individuals resort to alcohol or drugs for reasons such as:
- Self-Medication: To escape anxiety or find temporary relief.
- Seeking Normalcy: To feel “normal” in their own body or around others.
- Alleviating Anxiety Traits: To manage feelings of worry, impulsivity, or nervousness.
Types of Anxiety Disorders
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): A chronic state of severe worry and tension without clear provocation, causing physical symptoms such as muscle tension and fatigue.
- Panic Disorder: Characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, accompanied by intense fear and physical symptoms like racing heart and sweating.
- Social Anxiety: The fear of being negatively judged, resulting in feelings of inadequacy and avoidance of social situations.
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Intrusive, unwanted thoughts lead to repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing anxiety.
Anxiety Treatment at Pacific Breeze Recovery
At Pacific Breeze Recovery, we recognize how difficult life can be when suffering from anxiety and its impact on daily functioning. Our compassionate staff is dedicated to meeting you where you are in your recovery journey. We treat anxiety disorders with comprehensive therapies, offering the highest chance of successful recovery.
Pacific Breeze Recovery offers programs to alleviate substance abuse when battling anxiety.
Our dual-diagnosis program addresses both substance abuse and anxiety. Our knowledgeable team provides safe and therapeutic modalities for effective recovery. We help identify triggers that cause individual anxiety and develop effective coping mechanisms.
Our holistic approach reduces anxiety through yoga, meditation, reiki, physical fitness, and reintegration activities. We believe these practices can effectively alleviate stress and foster mental well-being.
Support from staff, family, and peers enhances recovery experiences, and aftercare programs are initiated before leaving Pacific Breeze Recovery to ensure continued support.
You are not alone—anxiety is common in recovery. Pacific Breeze Recovery is here to equip you with the tools necessary to live a life free from drugs and anxiety. If you or a loved one is struggling, please call us today!
