Anxiety
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The specialist who guides this condition is, above all, the psychiatrist and the psychologist: anxiety is a natural response to situations of stress, but it becomes a health problem when it is intense, persistent, or appears without a clear cause and disrupts daily life.
Frequent symptoms: It usually manifests with excessive worry, restlessness, muscle tension, palpitations, difficulty concentrating, or trouble sleeping.
When to see a doctor? It is reasonable to seek support when the symptoms persist over time, intensify, or interfere with work, studies, or relationships.
Professional support: The psychologist addresses emotional and behavioral management, while the psychiatrist evaluates the cases that require a medical approach. Talking with a mental health professional can make an important difference in recovering your well-being.
Data on 34,112 doctors who treat anxiety
Which specialist treats anxiety?
Anxiety is treated by a psychologist or a psychiatrist, who provide therapeutic support and, when needed, medical management. A general practitioner can guide you in an initial visit. See these specialists if worry or nervousness is interfering with your daily life.
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Doctors specialized in anxiety
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Katherine Mawcinitt Backmann
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Frequently asked questions
What is anxiety?
The specialist who guides this condition is, above all, the psychiatrist and the psychologist: anxiety is a natural response to situations of stress, but it becomes a health problem when it is intense, persistent, or appears without a clear cause and disrupts daily life.
Which doctor treats anxiety?
Anxiety is treated by a psychologist or a psychiatrist, who provide therapeutic support and, when needed, medical management. A general practitioner can guide you in an initial visit. See these specialists if worry or nervousness is interfering with your daily life.