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Getting Help Anxiety can disrupt your life, but it's nothing to be ashamed of. Don't suffer in silence. Anxiety disorders are covered by most health plans. Check what's covered under your plan. Then ask your doctor or another mental health professional for help.  Your Evaluation To evaluate your anxiety, you'll be asked about your symptoms and feelings. Answer these questions honestly and openly. You may need a physical exam to be sure that no underlying medical illness is causing your symptoms. You may also be evaluated for depression, which can develop along with anxiety. After you've been evaluated, the best treatment can be decided on. Treatment often involves counseling and, occasionally, medications. Counseling Counseling can help you change the behaviors and thoughts that contribute to your anxiety. With counseling, you can better understand what makes you feel anxious, develop skills that help you cope with stress, and learn ways to relax. Counseling can also help you face and overcome your fears instead of trying to escape them. Medications If you're having anxiety attacks or need extra help for a short period of time, your doctor may prescribe medication. Several types of medication are prescribed for anxiety. Take them exactly as you're instructed.
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