Module 1: Understanding Anxiety, its Impact on our Lives and Research into Anxiety Disorders

Objectives Understanding anxiety; An overview of anxiety and its relevance in our lives; A definition of anxiety; A comparison between anxiety and stress; Research into anxiety. 1.1 Introduction Anxiety is a normal, human experience for many people. We may all experience anxiety during stressful situations or the prospect of facing a worrying situation. In general, the word ‘anxiety' describes the emotional and physical sensations that you experience when you are a...