10 Signs Of Anxiety Disorder

Self-Doubt

Almost all anxiety disorders feature persistent second-guessing and self-doubt. These doubts take the form of insecurities or worries that have some basis in fact, and are very important to the person’s core self-concept and how they see themselves as people. Of course, almost everyone deals with self-doubt on some level.

For a person suffering from anxiety disorder, this doubt is a constant, pervasive fact of life, causing dread and soul-searching that the sufferer cannot fully shake. Frequently, the self-doubt can become almost an obsession, leading the person to question things that to an outside observer would seem to be simple and clear.

Self-Consciousness

People suffering from anxiety disorder often find themselves feeling uncomfortable in social situations or situations where they need to interact with other people. Anything from a conversation with a casual acquaintance or a dinner party or gathering of co-workers could be an anxiety triggering event. In situations like these, social anxiety can lead to an inordinate self-focus.

People with anxiety disorder often feel as though everyone is paying particular attention to them, judging them for how they look and what they are saying, especially in a negative or critical manner. This belief can lead to trembling, sweating or blushing, as well as difficulty making conversation. These symptoms tend to further a negative feedback loop, as the person will be aware of how the symptoms make them look.