Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety

• Feeling nervous and on edge

• Increased heart rate and/or breathing, sweating, shaking, shortness of breath

• Increased irritability

• Difficulty sleeping or concentrating

• Feeling weak, tired, or dizzy

• Having gastrointestinal problems (such as diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach)

• Feeling panic or a sense of impending doom.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list, but a summary of typical signs and symptoms of anxiety.

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(ADAA, 2020) (OWH, 2019a)

Signs and Symptoms of Depression

• Sleep disturbances, unable to get to sleep or remain asleep, sleep too long or not long enough

• Difficulty concentrating or remembering

• Feeling irritable, tired, sad, or anxious most of the time

• Gastrointestinal disturbances (such as diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach) that are not relieved with treatment

• Appetite and weight changes

• No longer interested in activities that were once of interest

• Feelings of guilt, helplessness, or worthlessness

• Decreased energy, pain, upset stomach, headaches, or any other symptoms that do not go away with treatment

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Note that this is not an exhaustive list, but a summary of typical signs and symptoms of depression.

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(CDC, 2020b) (OWH, 2019b)

Anxiety and Depression during COVID-19