Hi Alyssa. Personally, I have had anxiety problems my whole life. I remember very clearly as a child having all kinds of anxiety-related issues. That was a long time ago!!!! And anxiety, panic attacks and phobias have been a pattern throughout my life.

But an Anxiety Disorder can develop at any time. You don't have to be born with it. It can be triggered by a stressful event, or it can just creep up on you gradually. Or suddenly.

Are you getting any professional help?