Worry

A depiction of Rama in the Ramayana. Worried about his wife Sita, he is consoled by his brother Lakshmana.

Worry refers to the thoughts, images,[further explanation needed] emotions, and actions of a negative nature in a repetitive, uncontrollable[citation needed][dubious ] manner that results from a proactive cognitive risk analysis made to avoid or solve anticipated potential threats and their potential consequences.[1]