
Anxiety disorders
affect about 40 million American adults age 18 years and older (about 18%) in a given year. (National Institute of Mental Health website, 2008)
and can include the symptoms of panic or anxiety attacks. Most
students experience feelings of anxiety before an important
event such as a big exam, business presentation, or first date.
Students experiencing anxiety may continuously worry about things,
get tired easily, and may be in a constant state of tension.
Staff may provide short term counseling, referral for longer term counseling, resource information for campus and community stress management workshops, and education in relaxation techniques.
Helpful Links:
Medline
Plus Health Information
Anxiety
Disorders Association of America
National
Institute of Mental Health
Gryphon
Place