7 early signs of anxiety you shouldn’t ignore

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Constant Worry

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Restlessness

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Rapid Heartbeat

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Muscle Tension

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Sleep Problems

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Difficulty Concentrating

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Irritability

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SHOW US SOME

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