Risk Factors for Anxiety
Studies have shown that children of anxious parents are at major risk for anxiety disorders.1
The following are some risk factors.
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Gender—Women are at more risk than men. Factors like hormonal, cultural pressures to meet family’s need, self-restrictions increase the risk in women.
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Age—Phobias and separation anxiety can show up in early childhood and teens. Symptoms in children and adult may vary. Early diagnosis can avoid later anxiety disorders.
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Personality Factors—Personal factors like shyness, reserved nature etc. are at risk of developing anxiety disorders in later life.
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Family History—Anxiety disorders may run in families. Genetic factors are responsible in some of the cases.
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Trauma—Traumatic events like car accidents, marital separation and early life abusive or developmental trauma are at risk and may develop anxiety disorders.
Apart from the above, excessive caffeine, allergies to foods, lack of sleep and lack of exercise can also cause anxiety.
Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last updated: July 02, 2011
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