However, it’s not a separate class of anxiety.
Why Do I Get Anxiety at Night?
The initialcauses of anxietyat night are the same as the causes of anxiety during the day.
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You may be able to push aside fears or worries during the day and focus on your daily activities.
Regardless of the prevalence, finding ways to relieve the symptoms anddecrease stressis essential.
When anxiety affects sleep, a healthcare provider may recommend doing cognitive behavioral therapy forinsomnia.
Additional treatment options include other types of talk therapy, medications, or a combination of treatments.
Incorporate lifestyle changes and different strategies along with medical treatment options.
Other Management Strategies
Certain lifestyle factors can adversely affect your mental health.
Seek urgent medical attention if you experience symptoms such as shortness of breath or chest pain.
How Do You Know If You Have Nighttime Anxiety?
Over half (about 56%) of people who experience anxiety at night have moderate to severe symptoms.
Additionally, medical and mental health professionals can help to diagnose and treat anxiety and related conditions.
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