Anxiousness (Noun)
Meaning 1
A feeling of mild anxiety about possible developments.
Classification
Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.
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Meaning 2
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's anxiousness was a major symptom of her generalized anxiety disorder, causing her to constantly worry about everyday situations.
- The anxiousness that accompanied his obsessive-compulsive disorder led him to develop compulsive behaviors, such as excessive handwashing.
- Her anxiousness was so severe that it interfered with her daily life, making it difficult for her to leave the house or interact with others.
- The therapist worked with the patient to identify the underlying causes of his anxiousness and develop coping strategies to manage his anxiety.
- The anxiousness that occurred during her panic attacks was overwhelming, causing her to feel like she was going to pass out or lose control.