For many people, anxiety can feel like vibrating at too high of a level. Signs of anxiety can include: 

• Trouble concentrating or making decisions
• Feeling irritable, tense, or restless
• Experiencing nausea or abdominal distress
• Heart palpitations
• Increased sweating, trembling, or shaking
• Difficulty sleeping
• A sense of impending danger, panic, or doom

Stress, anxiety, and feeling overwhelmed is a part of life, but if your mental health is starting to impact your life, it may be time to consult with a healthcare professional.

Where to start when looking for help with anxiety

With mental health, it’s not always as simple as taking medication or seeing a therapist once a week. If you go in to see your Tryon primary care clinician, they will walk through different treatment options with you. The question of seeing a psychiatrist vs. a primary care physician is a matter of knowing your options and deciding which makes sense for you. Your primary care clinician is well-equipped to have this conversation with you.

Additionally, sometimes mental healthcare can have a stigma and patients are hesitant to be seen in a waiting room at a psychiatrist or psychologist. Going in to see your primary care clinician protects your anonymity, if that is important to you. 

Tryon is here for the whole you

Your mental health is an important aspect of primary care; your care team is here to support you. If you are struggling, make an appointment. You’ll be glad you did!