Understanding Anxiety – The Science Behind It
Anxiety is something we’ve all experienced at some point in our lives. Maybe it was the fluttering in your stomach before a big presentation, or that tightness in your chest when you realized you’d forgotten an important deadline. While these feelings are uncomfortable, they’re also completely normal—and even useful. Anxiety is your body’s natural response to stress, designed to keep you alert and ready to face challenges. But what happens when this helpful mechanism becomes overwhelming, persistent, or chronic?