Most people experience anxiety at some point in their lives. Anxiety may be chronic or be caused by a difficult situation. For example, after dealing with a major illness, you may experience anxiety. Most people may think once a physical recovery ... more »
In today's world, stress seems to be a common occurrence for most of us. Our lives can pull us in a million different directions creating chaos and anxiety. Learning to unwind and de-stress can help you maintain sanity!.. more »
A person who suffers from claustrophobia has a strong fear of being in small, confined spaces. Mental health professionals categorize claustrophobia as a type of anxiety disorder. It's the most common phobia and can get easily diagnosed by ... more »
Professional diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder, also known as generalized anxiety disorder, is generally made by a psychiatrist after a complete psychiatric exam and evaluation that covers the nature and term of psychological symptoms, ... more »
If you notice some unusual behavior in your child, consider whether it's just a phase or if it could possibly be a form of social anxiety. There are ways to diagnose social anxiety in children and being able to identify what is causing your ... more »
Everybody knows what it's like to feel those butterflies in your stomach. But what if those butterflies are really more like vultures, gnawing at your thoughts and really just ruining your day? This article aims to show you how to manage and ease ... more »
Shyness can be a barrier that prevents people from getting to know the true you, which can result in social isolation or exclusion from important business decisions. You may not be able to change being shy, but you can learn techniques that allow ... more »
we are alive, facing all kinds of pressure everyday, sometimes I felt tired, I lost confidence, I want to give up, but we have to be alive. To be your best if you are alive... more »
It's normal to be uncomfortable when severe storms are threatening. However, if ordinary thunderstorms strike fear in your heart, you may have a thunderstorm phobia. Your fear may be the result of a prior frightening experience or a fear of loud ... more »
Fear and anxiety are often used interchangeably, but they are actually two different things. Fear is a response to a clear, real, sometimes life-threatening danger. Anxiety is a feeling of fear or apprehension often with no real or obvious ... more »
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a debilitating anxiety disorder. Often associated with soldiers returning from war, it is the result of an overwhelming traumatic event that permeates all other activities in the person's life. Support is ... more »
People with post traumatic stress disorder, also known as PTSD, have been exposed to traumatic events. Not everyone who experiences trauma develops PTSD, but many need help to recover. Group therapy is a way to share feelings with others who've ... more »
See that blue potato chip up there? What does this have to do with peace? Potato chips are food, that's it, correct? Well, not if the potato chip is blue., or your favorite color whatever that is. To some, the color blue symbolizes peace, ... more »
Just because you're a hypochondriac doesn't mean you're not really suffering. Being correctly diagnosed with hypochondria and communicating with people who understand the disorder or who suffer from it can make this affliction much easier to cope ... more »
Getting off any Benzo is never easy. After a few weeks these drugs can become addictive. For some patients they have been on them for years. Always work with your doctor, but here is a step for step guide that can help. A Benzodiazepine is ... more »
Panic attacks are seemingly uncontrollable moments of extreme anxiety that overwhelm an individual. Panic attacks are horrible to experience and they can hinder social relationships and job performance. There is long term therapy and medicine ... more »
If you have a fear that interferes with your life, you're likely suffering from a phobia. A phobia is typically an irrational fear, but certain situations can cause anxiety in anyone, such as public speaking or coming face-to-face with a large ... more »
We’ve all had a few bones, if not entire skeletons, in our closet. The worst thing we can do is shove them further and further back. Unless dealt with, the skeletons will not disappear but continue to haunt us. It’s not easy to get skeletons out ... more »
I have been sober now for 2 1/2 years. Its really the best move I ever made. If you want to get sober and stay that way, here is a few tips that may help... more »
Getting support can be particularly challenging when you've got social anxiety. You want to reach out to people but you're afraid. You know therapy will do you good but you're not sure you can trust anyone. Only by taking these steps can you stop ... more »
Just like adults, even young children can sometimes worry. Learning to handle worry and anxiety is a crucial life skill. But sometimes children--like adults--lose perspective and worry too much. Parents should be concerned when worry shifts from ... more »
Child abuse takes on many forms, including physical and sexual abuse and neglect. When your child trusts you enough to let you know she is a victim of abuse, it's critical that you react in a manner that will help her and not cause more ... more »
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