Symptoms of anxiety can include:​

• a feeling of being “on edge” – nervousness or tension

• anticipating danger or panic

• restlessness

• tense muscles

• feelings of being weak or tiredness

• Uncontrollable worry

• increased irritability

• difficulty concentrating

• memory problems

• unable to think about things other than current worry

• falling and staying asleep

• inability to avoid “things” that trigger anxiety

People who are addicted find themself addicted for a number of reasons which include: 

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• Escape from emotional and physical pain 

• To obtain pleasurable feelings 

• The avoidance of loneliness and/or abandonment 

• Curiosity 

• Bereavement 

• The desire to "fit in"

Depression symptoms can vary from mild to severe and occur most of the day, nearly every day, for a minimum of two weeks: 

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• Feeling sadness, tearfulness, emptiness, or hopelessness

• Angry outbursts, irritability, or frustration

• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed

• Changes in appetite 

• Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much

• Tiredness or lack of energy

• Feeling worthless, guilt, focus on past failures or self-blame

• Difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions

• Reoccurring thoughts of death or suicidal thoughts, suicidal attempts, or suicide

Grief is a natural response to the loss of life, pets, freedom, relationships, employment, finance, dreams, home, loss of safety, way of life/routine, a scared possession, or health. Any type of loss can trigger the grieving process. Bereavement is the process of grieving.

Changes from healthy to unhealthy relationships can be a result of:​

• abuse, (physical, mental, or emotional)

• poor communication, (verbal and non-

• verbal)

• controlling behaviors

• patterns of disrespect

• lack of boundaries

• lack of conflict management

• rejection

• infidelity

• anger

• intimacy problems

• possible external factors

Stress can come from many sources, which are root causes called “stressors.” Stress is a natural mental and physical reaction to events in our lives.

Typically, stressors occur because of feeling a sense of loss of control over something. Although exciting events such as having a baby, planning a wedding, buying a house, and starting a new job can also cause symptoms of stress.

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