Facts about Nervousness:
The term nervousness can be described as the feeling of restlessness or apprehension and worry, which any human being can go through when he or she has to face a stressful situation. It has been seen that nervousness is the state of mind, which eventually also affects the physical state of the body and causes certain reactions like muscle tensions, palpitations, dry mouth, sweating, lack of concentration, sleeplessness and gasping, which are actually strong anticipations of something disastrous ahead. This is a psychological state of mind and contrary to fear there is no form of external threat present. But it should be remembered that nervousness does not always have a negative effect on a person and there are times when this nervousness ensures completion of tasks more efficiently. But excessive nervousness is harmful and this often leads to physical, emotional, psychological and cognitive impairment in a person.

Different Causes of Nervousness:
There are various kinds of causes of nervousness and these include both physical and emotional or psychological factors that can affect the brain. It has been seen that withdrawal from alcohol or drugs and even the excessive use of caffeine and other stimulants can lead to nervousness. Apart from this various hormonal disorders and psychiatric conditions including panic attacks, anxiety disorder and manic episodes can cause nervousness. There are various medicines, which cause side effects and result in nervousness. The pressures of finance and job, worries about relationships, parental issues and insecurity are causes of nervousness. Also medical conditions lead to nervousness like seizures, strokes, and thyroid or hormone imbalances.
   
Symptoms of Nervousness:
Some of the most common symptoms of nervousness are the feeling of dryness in the mouth, confusion, dizziness or lightheadedness and extremely fast heart beats. Also the fear of losing power or control, fatigue, apprehension and dread are emotions that are symptoms of nervousness. Gastrointestinal problems are also a cause of nervousness along with insomnia, irritation and insecurity. Other symptoms of nervousness include lack of concentration, aches in the muscles, nausea or abdominal pain, pounding heart, pain in the chest, sensation of choking and shortness of breath, stress, tension, sweaty hands and upset stomach.

Treatment for Nervousness:
Natural Home Remedies and Ayurvedic:

• There are various medicated and natural remedies for nervousness and these include aroma therapy or inhaling fragrance of your favorite fruits and flowers.
• Then you can also mix 2 tablespoons honey and 1 teaspoon nutmeg in a cup of orange juice and drink it.
• Application of rosemary oil or any other form of aroma therapy is beneficial for the nervousness.
• Drink chamomile, horsetail, catnip, hops, spearmint tea, peppermint and peach leaf.
• Keep primrose oil on the tongue.
• Apply rosemary oil on forehead.
• Make a paste with overnight soaked 8-10 almonds with 1 teaspoon nutmeg and pinch of ginger and have during bed time.
  

Some of the best treatments for the same can be availed at Apollo hospitals and National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences.