Anxiety, worry

For anxiety, worry, see psychiatrists first.

Feeling worried, tense or on edge most days, sometimes with a racing heart and poor sleep. Common and very treatable.

Also searched as: অস্থির লাগে, টেনশন, dushchinta, osthir lage, tension

Go to hospital now

  • You may act on thoughts of suicide or self-harm, cannot be sure you will stay safe, or have taken an overdose or seriously injured yourself: call 999 or go to emergency and stay with a trusted person
Call 999

Who to see: Psychiatrists

A psychiatrist assesses anxiety and discusses talking treatment or medicines when needed.

See a doctor today

  • Any thoughts of suicide or self-harm without the immediate-danger signs above: seek help today and tell a trusted person

Related symptoms

Common questions

Which doctor should I see for anxiety, worry (dushchinta)?
See psychiatrists first. A psychiatrist assesses anxiety and discusses talking treatment or medicines when needed.
When should you go to hospital straight away?
You may act on thoughts of suicide or self-harm, cannot be sure you will stay safe, or have taken an overdose or seriously injured yourself: call 999 or go to emergency and stay with a trusted person. Emergency number: 999.
Where can I find psychiatrists?
Most psychiatrists are listed in Dhaka (71), Cumilla (18), Sylhet (16), Chattogram (15), Pabna (13). Pick your district for chamber addresses. DhakaCumillaSylhetChattogramPabna

General information only, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, see a doctor.

Sources: nhs.uk