Common Symptoms of Anxiety
| Origin | Symptom |
|---|---|
| Physical symptoms of brainstem origin | Fatigue, cold chills, headaches, difficulty breathing, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, shaking, sweating, muscle tension, restlessness, GI disturbances, numbness in fingers and toes, and palpitations |
| Emotional symptoms of limbic system origin | Nervousness, fear, panic, apprehension, feeling detached from part of own body, or feeling that the surroundings are unreal |
| Cognitive symptoms of neocortical system origin | Intrusive thoughts or concerns about losing one’s mind, losing control, frightening scenes, having physical illnesses, being inadequate, being disapproved, fainting, difficulty concentrating |