AnxietyExplained.com

A neutral, cite-able anxiety reference

Clear, evidence-informed explanations of anxiety in a calm, reference-style format. Designed for clarity, not clicks. Educational information only.

Start here
How to use this site
Screening tool
Reference hub

Quick navigation: use Start here for orientation, the Reference hub for a full index, or the Screening tool for a structured summary of common patterns.

Recommended starting points

Understanding anxiety

A neutral overview of definitions, symptoms, and overlap.

 

Why anxiety feels physical

How nervous system activation produces body sensations.

 

Body-based vs mind-based anxiety

An organizing lens for common patterns and sequence.

 

Prefer a full index instead? View the Reference hub.

Core topics

Panic attacks

Episodes, symptoms, overlap with anxiety.

 

OCD

Intrusions, doubt, compulsions, reassurance loops.

 

Stress and burnout

Load, depletion, anxiety-like symptoms.

 

Nervous system and anxiety

Why the body can stay on alert.

 

Trauma and anxiety

Threat learning, hypervigilance, body memory.

 

Phobias

Specific fears, avoidance, conditioned threat.
 

Looking for a complete directory? Go to the Reference hub.

Educational content only. This site does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or therapy.
If you are in immediate danger or considering self-harm, call your local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency department.