What is anxiety

Anxiety is identified as emotion which is characterized by worried thoughts, feeling of tension or increase in blood pressure. But while these phenomenon are considered normal in life, these characteristic turn into anxiety when they just don’t go away. It’s a critical condition which can be hard for a person to manage in his daily life.

According to WHO (World Health Organization) report from 2017 it was noted that 38 million people of India are affected by anxiety. Whereas other 56 million people suffer from Common Mental Disorder (CMD’s) and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD’s) also known as depression. That’s an staggering 7% of total Indian population.

Signs of Anxiety    

Level of anxiety is dependent upon the level of event’s pressure or stress, bigger the stress of an event greater will be it’s effect on the life of the person.

Common symptoms of stress are -:

Worrying:-

Excessive concern for everyday business is a hallmark of generalized anxiety disorder, especially if it is severe enough to interfere with daily life and persists almost daily for at least six months.

Feeling Distressed:-

A rapid heart rate, sweating, tremors and dry mouth are common symptoms of anxiety. People with anxiety disorders can experience this type of excitement for long periods of time.

Difficulty in Concentrating:-

Some studies show that anxiety can interrupt working memory, a type of memory responsible for keeping information short-term. This can help explain the dramatic drop in performance that people often experience during times of great anxiety.

Panic Attacks:-

Panic attacks turn out very intense feelings of distress, accompanied by unpleasant physical symptoms. Recurring panic attacks can be a sign of panic disorder.

Irritation:-

Most people with generalized anxiety disorder report feeling extremely irritable, especially when their anxiety is at a very high level. Because anxiety is associated with high excitement and excessive worry, it is not surprising that irritability is a common symptom.

How Yoga can help in treatment of Anxiety

What is Yoga

Yoga is believed to have originated in India 5000 years ago. Yoga exercise require joining of mind, soul and body, through meditation, movement, relaxation and work of breath which can help in creating a sense of balance in a person’s life and assist in curbing of stress. There are many benefits of yoga as it can also help in reduction of stress, anxiety and getting rid of stress and help in management of stress, fears and panic.

How yoga can help in avoiding stress and anxiety

There are many  physical signs of panic and anxiety, such as feelings of tension, tension and sensitivity to pain. The yoga asanas, known as asanas, help to alleviate the physical discomfort caused by anxiety. The asanas work to stretch, stretch and balance the muscles. These postures can help release accumulated muscle tension and stiffness throughout the body.

 The positions of yoga are often taught in sequences that can be a powerful form of exercise. There are many ways in which exercise diminishes panic disorder, including a reduction in pain and stress. Yoga not only helps relieve the physical body, but it can also help with anxious thoughts. Negative thinking patterns and frequent concerns are common for people diagnosed with panic disorder. Meditation, visualization and concentration on breathing can help to let go of worries and fears. The general practice of yoga can elicit the relaxation response, allowing the body and mind to acquire a sense of calm and ease.

Yoga can also be a great medium to socialize with people and feel further connected to community. Many people with panic disorder and agoraphobia face problems with loneliness and isolation. Participating in a yoga class can be a way to start socializing while working to achieve personal well-being.