Other Emotions - Anxious and Anxiety

Anxiety / Anxious

Anxiety is a pretty serious emotional problem. When you feel many different emotions or awkward emotions and can't control them, it is referred to as having an anxiety disorder. Many people suffer from this problem.

"I feel weird all the time. I'm anxious about everything."
"I feel anxious anytime I'm faced with uncertainty."

"I heard it's very uncomfortable feeling anxious about everything."

"I need to see a doctor about my anxiety problem."
"Mike went to see a doctor and she told him that he has an anxiety disorder."

"There are medication for anxiety disorders. You should ask your doctor about it."

There are times you can use the word anxious and not refer to a medical or serious condition.

"It's going to be fun. I'm anxious to get started."
"The project is going to be great. I'm anxious to start on it."

"Jill was anxious to start classes on Monday. She really likes school."
"Jack is anxious to play. Let's have him go first."

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