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Signs to look for
- Worry that jumps from one topic to the next and will not switch off
- A fast heartbeat, sweaty palms, breathlessness or a tight chest
- Feeling on edge, restless or easily startled
- Avoiding calls, meetings, travel or crowds because of the fear
- Sudden waves of panic that peak within minutes
- Trouble falling asleep because the mind keeps running
With NWNT
Who to see first: a psychiatrist or a psychologist; the Stressometer helps decide.
Clinicians: Dr. Sandeep Vohra, Dr. Aditya Vohra
Treatments: AI mental health screening (Stressometer), Online counselling with a psychologist, Online psychiatric consultation, In-person psychiatry and psychology in Delhi
ICD-11: 6B00 to 6B0Z
How does anxiety show up?
Anxiety lives in the body as much as in the head. People describe a knot in the stomach, a heart that races for no reason, a sense that something bad is about to happen. Many first see a cardiologist or a gastroenterologist, and only later hear that the cause is anxiety.
It takes several forms: constant worry about many things (generalised anxiety), fear of being judged (social anxiety), sudden panic attacks, intense fear of one thing such as flying or needles, or persistent fear of illness. Each is treated a little differently, which is why a clear assessment matters.
How does the Stressometer screen for anxiety?
The Clinical Symptoms part of the Stressometer asks about worry, tension, panic and avoidance. The other four parts look at what may be feeding them: temperament, recent events, family life and work. The Emotional Wellness Index report brings these together.
Mild, situational anxiety usually lands in the second care path, a psychologist. Anxiety that is intense, present most days or combined with depression or sleep problems usually lands in the third: a psychologist and a psychiatrist working together. The report is a screening result, not a diagnosis; the clinician you see confirms what is going on.
What does a psychologist do for anxiety?
CBT is the main talk therapy for anxiety. You learn how worry and avoidance keep fear alive, practise facing feared situations in small steps, and build skills for calming the body. Sessions are usually weekly, by video, voice, chat or in person, and progress is tracked over time.
Online sessions suit anxiety well. You practise in the places where the fear actually shows up, and you do not have to cross the city to get help on a bad day.
When does a psychiatrist help?
A psychiatrist checks whether the anxiety has a medical side (thyroid problems, caffeine, some medicines), confirms the diagnosis, and discusses whether medicine would help. Medicine comes into the picture for severe symptoms, for anxiety that therapy has not shifted, or when low mood has joined in. At the hub, Dr. Sandeep Vohra and Dr. Aditya Vohra see people in person at East Patel Nagar or online across India. Outside India, prescribing follows local law, and NWNT helps organisations arrange local psychiatrists.
When is anxiety urgent?
A first episode of chest pain or breathlessness should be checked by a doctor straight away, because it can have a physical cause. Seek urgent help too if anxiety comes with thoughts of self-harm. In India, call Tele-MANAS on 14416 (free, 24x7) or 112. Abroad, call your local emergency number.
Frequently asked questions
- Will I need medicine for anxiety?
- Not necessarily. Many people improve with CBT alone. A psychiatrist suggests medicine only if the anxiety is severe, long-standing or not easing with therapy, and explains the options before you decide.
- Does online therapy work for anxiety?
- For most people, yes. CBT works well over video, and practising in your own surroundings can help. If you would rather meet face to face, sessions are also available in person in East Patel Nagar, New Delhi.
- How do I get started with NWNT?
- Take the Stressometer online from anywhere in the world, or call or WhatsApp +91 78279 90371, or email help@nwnt.ai. In India, psychologist and psychiatrist sessions follow through Dr. Vohra's Emotional Wellness Hub, online or in person at 29/24, East Patel Nagar, New Delhi 110008. Outside India, NWNT helps you or your organisation reach locally licensed care.