About Anxiety Disorders
see also Behavioral Health Treatment

Life isn't supposed to be filled with worry, anxiety, and fear. For individuals suffering from an anxiety disorder, life can feel overly burdensome and frightening.

Anxiety disorders are serious medical illnesses that affect millions of people. These disorders are chronic, relentless, and can grow progressively worse. A person's life can be disrupted by sudden, incapacitating panic attacks and pervasive unrest due to anxiety.

Common types of anxiety disorders include:

• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Left untreated, an anxiety disorder can cause serious emotional problems, relationship problems, and even contribute to major health problems. The good news is relief is possible, and available with effective treatment.

By offering a safe and supportive environment, backed by a team of professional caregivers, Brookhaven Hospital offers real hope for individuals suffering from an anxiety disorder. Our inpatient and outpatient programs are designed to effectively address and treat the specific issues that accompany an anxiety disorder. In a recent study, more than 91% of our patients felt that the staff at Brookhaven responded to them as a person and were helpful. We believe that treating the whole person is a very important aspect of our approach.

You or your loved one may be at risk of having an anxiety disorder if you have any of the following symptoms.

• Fear or avoidance of social situations
• Excessive worrying and anxiety
• Restlessness
• Irritability
• Difficulty concentrating
• Muscle Tension
• Sleep disturbance
• Recurring or persistent thoughts, impulses or images
• Repetitive behaviors such as hand washing, counting, or repeating words
• Distressing dreams
• Feeling as though a traumatic event is recurring
• Panic attacks with sudden, unpredictable onset

Don't let anxiety tighten its grip any longer. If you think you or someone you know has an anxiety disorder, contact Brookhaven Hospital at 1-888-298-HOPE (4673) or email us at wecanhelp@brookhavenhospital.com We can help!