Feeling restless

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It’s normal for everyday stresses to cause feelings of restlessness, agitation, and annoyance. But when the feelings happen for no specific reason and are persistent, you may need to see a doctor. Stop to think about how much these feelings are interfering with your ability to work and relate to others, says Dr. Schwartz. “Are these feelings disturbing sleep or concentration?” Agitation is often associated with clinical depression; when it’s severe, you may be diagnosed with agitated depression. If you can’t shake a constant sense of restlessness or irritation, Dr. Schwartz recommends starting with a type of targeted counseling called cognitive behavioral therapy. “For those who have more severe symptoms, or severe persistent anxiety, antidepressants are the treatment of choice.” Read more about cognitive behavioral therapy here