Everyone experiences anxiety symptoms every once in a while, however having a constant feeling of fear and worry may be a sign of an anxiety disorder. If you are showing signs of severe anxiety, please reach out to Student Counseling Services to get the support that you need.
On This Page:Feeling anxious has a purpose: to keep you safe. That nervous feeling you get can help you identify dangerous situations and respond quickly. It can be a helpful response during stressful events, like taking a test, because you are more alert and it increases your desire to do well.
It’s when the feeling of anxiety (intense worrying and uneasiness) persists for too long, or even after the stressful event has passed, that it becomes a problem and might be classified as an Anxiety Disorder.
These anxiety screening tools can help determine if it may be time to seek professional help.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed or do you have anxiety?
Research shows that relaxation and mindfulness exercises can help to improve a person’s mental health, physical health, and overall well-being. Here are some practices that help you regulate negative emotions.