Stress and Anxiety

What is the difference between stress and anxiety?

Stress and anxiety are often connected, although it is possible to experience one without the other.

Stress is our response to something that we perceive to be a threat or that we are fearful of. It is often a short-term response to a specific event.

Most people feel stressed at some point in their life. But if that stress begins to affect your life in the long-term and impact the way you behave, it might be time to seek extra help.

Anxiety is our emotional reaction to stress and can last long after the event that triggered it. Feeling persistently worried about what may happen or your ability to cope are signs of anxiety.

Anxiety can be general or related to something more specific, such as a particular social situation or person or a phobia.

How do I know if I have stress or anxiety?

The signs of stress and anxiety can be very similar. They can both affect you mentally, physically and emotionally.

Symptoms of stress:

Irritability

Anger

Sleeping too much/too little

Muscle tension

Stomach issues

Difficulty concentrating

Headaches

Eating/drinking too much/little

 

Symptoms of anxiety:

Persistent fear and worry

Rapid breathing

Sweating

Rapid heartbeat

Compulsive behaviour

Avoiding certain places or situations

Difficulty concentrating

Insomnia

Treatment for stress and anxiety

We offer treatments for stress and anxiety online and face-to-face in London, Beirut and Cyprus.

Our treatments include:

Positive psychotherapy

Transpersonal counselling

CBT

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Biodecoding Therapy