Stress is a response; anxiety can linger
Stress usually has a clear trigger — a deadline, a move, a hard week — and fades once it passes. Anxiety can persist without an obvious cause and may show up as restlessness, racing thoughts, trouble sleeping, or physical symptoms like a tight chest.
Signs it's time to reach out
If worry is affecting work, school, relationships or sleep for several weeks, or you're avoiding things you used to enjoy, a psychiatric evaluation can help clarify what's going on and which options fit you.
Care that works with your whole health
Because PY Healthcare offers primary care and psychiatric care in one practice, your providers can look at physical causes, medications and mental health together.
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This article is for general education and isn't a substitute for medical advice. In a crisis, call or text 988.
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