Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety

Anxiety disorders are the most common behavioral health problem in the United States, according to Magellan Healthcare. People suffering with anxiety may feel panic, fear, uneasiness and difficulty controlling worries.

• Physical symptoms of anxiety can include rapid or irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness, light-headedness, nausea, headaches and other pains.
• Symptoms of panic disorders—including crushing surges of fear—can appear suddenly and without warning, sometimes causing people to fear they’re having a heart attack.
• Anxiety disorders often have an underlying biological cause and may run in families.
• Common anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety (anxiety of diverse origins), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder and specific phobias.

If you are experiencing problems that interfere your day, it may be time to reach out for assistance. Through the Employee Assistance Program, a mental-health professional can provide support, education and guidance. Resources are available in-person, virtually or by phone.

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EAP U.S. and Overseas Phone Numbers

United States: 800-424-5988

Belgium: 0800-819-05

Germany: 0800-180-2587

Greece: New toll-free number +8008481696; direct-dial +351214542169

Guam: 1-877-301-4773

Italy: 800-783-713

Japan: 0800-100-0074

Korea: New toll-free number +808775420; direct-dial +6566541650

Netherlands: 0800-022-2285

Turkey: 800-621-2245

United Kingdom: 0800-243-458

Overseas Direct:  +351-2-1454-2186