Am I Anxious or Do I Have Anxiety? How to Tell the Difference Between Anxiety vs Anxiety Disorders
Feeling anxious is a part of life. Whether it’s the jitters before a job interview, the heart-racing jolt you get speaking in front of a crowd, or the flutter in your stomach when you’re exploring somewhere new, we’ve all been there. But when do these feelings cross the line from normal anxiety to something more significant? It’s a question worth asking, especially considering that 1 in 3 American adults will experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. So, how can you tell the difference between normal, everyday nerves and the kind that might signal a deeper mental health concern?