Anxiety Test
Feeling anxious is a normal part of life, but when those feelings become persistent, they can disrupt your day-to-day routine. The constant worry, racing thoughts, and physical symptoms may start to affect your relationships, work, and quality of life. While anxiety is a common experience, it can mean different things to different people, and understanding your specific symptoms is the first step in regaining control over your emotions.
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is your built-in “fight or flight” response that prepares your body to handle stressful situations. In small doses, anxiety can be beneficial by keeping you alert and focused. However, when anxiety becomes chronic or overwhelming, it can interfere with your day-to-day routine.
Common symptoms of anxiety include:
- Racing heart
- Shortness of breath
- Muscle tension
- Fatigue
- Excessive worry
- Restlessness
- Sense of impending doom
Causes of Anxiety
Anxiety can be caused by several different factors. For some, it can start due to childhood experiences, family history, or trauma. For others, everyday pressures like work, relationships, or unexpected life changes can tip the balance. No matter how or why you’re feeling anxious, understanding the root cause can allow you and your healthcare provider to work together and find a treatment that works best for you.
Using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Anxiety
If you’ve been struggling with chronic anxiety and traditional treatments haven’t quite worked, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) might be an alternative to consider. TMS is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate the areas of your brain involved in mood and stress regulation.
With little discomfort and minimal downtime, TMS is delivered in 18-minute sessions over a 6-8 week period. Chat with your healthcare provider to see if this treatment might be the right fit for you.
What is Anxiety? – Take the Assessment
Use the following anxiety test to assess your symptoms and determine if you should talk to a doctor. Simply answer yes or no to each statement.
DISCLAIMER: This test is not intended as a diagnostic tool, but rather an indication that you may need help. If the following quiz prompts any vulnerabilities or concerns, please contact a trained professional.
If you answered YES to any of the statements about yourself or a loved one, you need to speak to a medical professional about anxiety. Pulse TMS can help you learn more about anxiety and its symptoms, causes, and possible treatments. After taking the anxiety test, contact us to find out about your options.