How to Cure Anxiety

Anxiety can strike without a moment's notice, leaving the sufferer feeling panicked, short of breath, nervous or stressed. There are many things you can do to cure bouts of anxiety before they become serious. Heading off anxiety before it escalates is the best cure for anxiety.

Instructions

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  Know what thoughts and situations cause anxiety for you. Being aware of your anxiety triggers can help you step back from the situation and understand why your are feeling anxious.

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  Invest in a few sessions with a therapist. He or she can not only help you understand your anxiety triggers but can help you to discover the root of those anxieties. It may be because of a bad experience that you've had; you may simply need to take the time to work through the problem to cure your anxiety.

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  Engage in calming activities when you sense an anxiety attack coming on. You might try a brisk walk around the block. Deep breathing exercises can also help you calm down before you go into a stressful situation. Use affirmation statements to remind yourself that you are capable of handling your anxiety.

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  Consider hypnotherapy. Hypnotherapy can help you delve into your mind to discover the root of your anxiety, understand it and conquer it. When you are under hypnosis, your subconscious is able to communicate more freely with your conscious, which might help you learn the reasons for your anxiety, even if you don't consciously remember them.

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  See your health care provider if you feel that you have anxiety that cannot be cured with any of these methods. Your anxiety may be the result of a chemical imbalance or debilitating to the point that medication is needed to help you cope with it initially. Discuss with your doctor how long you should take these medications and work with him to wean yourself slowly from the medications until your anxiety is cured without using them.