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Anxiety Resources
Understanding anxiety and finding tools and support that help you feel grounded.
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What is anxiety?
Anxiety is the body and mind’s natural response to stress, but anxiety disorders go further, they involve intense, persistent worry and fear that interferes with daily life.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the U.S., affecting tens of millions of people. They include generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, and phobias.
Anxiety is highly treatable. With the right support, most people learn to manage symptoms and reclaim the parts of life that anxiety had narrowed.
Common signs and symptoms
Anxiety affects the mind and body. Common symptoms include:
- Excessive, hard-to-control worry about everyday things
- Restlessness or feeling on edge
- Racing heart, shortness of breath, or chest tightness
- Trouble concentrating or mind going blank
- Difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Avoiding situations, places, or people that trigger fear
- Panic attacks, sudden, intense waves of fear or dread
Treatment options
Effective, well-researched treatments are available:
- ✓Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy
- ✓Medication, when recommended by a provider
- ✓Grounding, breathing, and mindfulness practices
- ✓Lifestyle support, sleep, movement, and limiting caffeine
Local Atlanta resources
Vetted organizations across metro Atlanta. Always confirm current hours and availability before visiting.
Emory OCD Program
Specialized clinical program at Emory focused on obsessive-compulsive disorder and related anxiety conditions, with evidence-based exposure and response prevention therapy.
Anxiety Specialists of Atlanta
Comprehensive care for children, adolescents, and adults for OCD and anxiety therapies.
Phone: 678-825-2320
1360 Center Drive, Suite 200, Dunwoody, GA 30338
Skyland Trail
Residential and day treatment programs for adults with anxiety disorders, offering intensive therapy and support.
NAMI Greater Atlanta
Free peer support groups and education for people living with anxiety and their families.
Phone: 770-408-0625
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Note: Programs for Spanish and Korean speakers and for families of incarcerated individuals.
National resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone in distress, plus prevention and crisis resources.
Phone: 988
Crisis Text Line
Free, 24/7 support by text with a trained crisis counselor.
Phone: Text HOME to 741741
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential 24/7 treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use.
Phone: 1-800-662-4357
NAMI HelpLine
Information, resources, and support for people affected by mental health conditions and their families.
Phone: 1-800-950-6264