Is this normal?

I've noticed that my body's response to stress is getting worse with time. Previously when I used to be stressed, I could still sleep for some hours at night and never had continuous heart palpitations. Now since I'm 36, I've noticed that even a small stressful thing keeps me awake ALL night and I only get an hour's sleep in the morning, plus continuous heart palpitations throughout the day and night. How can I control this?

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SW-User

It is somewhat normal for people under stress to experience panic attacks, insomnia, heart palpitations and even chest pain. Probably best to check with your pcp though. It could be anxiety disorder. I have anxiety disorder, and stressful events trigger all kinds of symptoms for me.

Girlygirl · 36-40, F

@SW-User Have you found a cure for your anxiety disorder?

SW-User

@Girlygirl I don't think anyone knows of an absolute cure. There are meds you can take for it, plus various kinds of therapy. What works for me, may not work for you. I use CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and have had some help from counselors and pyschologists.

Muthafukajones · 46-50, M

You need to see a therapist. The doctor might put you on medication for the anxiety too. I was starting to become so anxious before I decide to see a therapist. I don’t take medication but control my anxiety with relaxation techniques.

Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M

The obvious answer is go see your Doctor and make sure you don't have anything medically treatable.
A blood pressure test and having the Doctor listen to your heart will give them indicators to look for.

Maverick96 · 36-40, M

It seems to get worse as you get older no doubt.. but I can’t figure out why. I think the worse the situation the worse I sleep but I never take a sleep aid..

StanleyStark · 80-89, M

The way I see it is, its normal if, you let it be normal.

pdockal · 56-60, M

Stress builds if its not released

HotPizza71 · 51-55, M

Yeah I get this sometimes too..I just find I have to tell my mind to calm down ,and in a few days it passes

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