Each of us may experience brief anxiety during stressful situations, however, those with an anxiety disorder are engulfed with fear and stress for long periods of time. This prevents the achievement of everyday goals, from simply talking to others, going to the shops or sleeping at night.

If you have anxiety or are just starting to experience the effects of continuous worry seek treatment sooner rather than later as excess stress detrimentally affects many important functions of the body.

When looking at the research positive findings are reported for acupuncture in the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder or anxiety neurosis. In my clinical experience treatment with acupuncture leaves clients with a sense of resilience and strength. Where previously they were overcome with doubt and daunted by simple things in life or overwhelmed with a fear of doom, once treatment starts a renewed purpose and courage to face life evolves.

Know that help is available, take control of your life and gain the courage and energy to appreciate what life has to offer.

Furthermore, once treated with acupuncture clients successfully experience relief from many other symptoms including emotional depression, palpitations, muscular tension, shortness of breath, anger, dizziness, sighing, nightmares, dry mouth and throat, restlessness, tinnitus, afternoon fevers and night sweats, rapid breathing, chest oppression, insomnia and profuse dreaming.

Anxiety episodes and disorders may range from Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to Obsessive Compulsive Disorders.

Reference: K. Pilkington, G. Kirkwood, H. Rampes, M. Cummings and J. Richardson, Acupunct. Med., 2007, 25, 1–10.

This article is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are experiencing a personal crisis, help is available. Please contact Lifeline 13 11 14