When you realize that you are constantly worried, feeling tense or thinking that bad and catastrophic things will happen, you may be suffering from anxiety. While the exact causes are uncertain, people who have this condition often share the risk factor - as a relative who also has the same condition -, have had a traumatic situation, be female or have other forms of mental disorders. Fortunately, the right combination of medications, cognitive approaches, and lifestyle changes can help you reduce your symptoms and overcome your anxiety.