Anxiety: Definition, Symptoms, Warning Signs, Causes, Medications, Treatment Options, Prevention, and Home Remedies

Acute anxiety

These acute episodes can be very distressing and sometimes cause cardiovascular complications. Thus, patients should be assisted with emergency anxiolytic treatment. This reduces their cardiovascular burden, especially for patients who already suffer from heart disease and circulation problems. In some cases, psychiatric consultation should be included as a part of emergency treatment when there is a risk of self-harm. During the treatment course, it is essential to facilitate a calm environment for the patient and provide as much social support as possible without overwhelming patients with social phobia. In some cases, follow-up is required with a psychiatrist when there’s a risk of chronic anxiety.