Anxiety UK
Anxiety UK
Anxiety UK (pronounced: an-zai-uh-tee yoo-kay) is a national registered charity formed in 1970, by someone living with agoraphobia, for those affected by anxiety disorders.
Etymology
The term "Anxiety" originates from the Latin word "anxietatem", meaning "a state of agitation or worry". The "UK" in Anxiety UK stands for United Kingdom, indicating the geographical location of the organization.
Definition
Anxiety UK is a user-led organization that supports anyone affected by anxiety, stress, and anxiety-based depression through a range of services, including therapy. They work to relieve and support those living with anxiety and anxiety-based depression by providing information, support and understanding via an extensive range of services.
Related Terms
- Anxiety Disorders: A group of mental health disorders characterized by feelings of anxiety and fear.
- Agoraphobia: An anxiety disorder characterized by symptoms of anxiety in situations where the person perceives their environment to be unsafe with no easy way to escape.
- Stress: A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.
- Depression: A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
Services
Anxiety UK offers a variety of services to assist those dealing with anxiety, including:
- Therapy Services: Anxiety UK provides access to reduced cost, fast-track therapy services.
- Helpline Services: They offer helpline services for immediate emotional assistance.
- Self-Help Materials: Anxiety UK provides a range of materials about understanding and managing anxiety.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anxiety UK
- Wikipedia's article - Anxiety UK
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