A single dose of psilocybin, the major hallucinogenic component in “magic mushrooms,” induces long-lasting decreases in anxiety and depression in patients diagnosed with life-threatening cancer, according to a new study.
Continue reading →When anxiety becomes constant and interferes with daily life, it may indicate the presence of an anxiety disorder.
Continue reading →Here are 21 easy ways to calm yourself down and relax when you a wave of worry hits you.
Continue reading →If you find yourself obsessing over “what if…” type questions, it is possible you are intolerant of uncertainty. Here’s what to do about it.
Continue reading →Something you do a lot – in fact, you are probably doing it right now as you read this – might increase your risk for anxiety.
Continue reading →Do you feel “keyed-up” and “on-edge” more often than not? Do you experience physical symptoms like nervousness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, muscle tension and sleep difficulty? These symptoms indicate that you may be experiencing anxiety. Find out more about anxiety here.
Continue reading →Research shows that anxiety can be caused by multiple factors. Learned behavior, personality traits, abuse, trauma and negative experiences, mental and emotional stress, brain chemistry and genetics are factors that are explored here.
Continue reading →Learn more about the different types of anxiety including panic attacks, OCD, phobias, social anxiety and PTSD.
Continue reading →What are the steps to diagnosing an anxiety disorder? Find out what your healthcare professional will need to learn in order to determine whether you’re simply experiencing occasional bouts of worry or an anxiety disorder.
Continue reading →Individuals who have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder have many treatment options available to them. Psychotherapy (including Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), prescription medications, as well as Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) are just some of the treatments for anxiety disorder.
Continue reading →Agoraphobia is a type of anxiety disorder in which the sufferer doesn’t fear crowded situations, as is commonly believed, but rather, the individual fears having a panic attack in general in any place, be it home, at work, out to eat, etc. Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is often confused for agoraphobia. Learn more about this disorder, its symptoms, causes and available treatment options.
Continue reading →Ever wonder why some people worry about everything under the sun, when in all reality, there is nothing to worry about? The constant worry seems to take control and dominate the individual’s life. Becoming aware of what is causing these feelings is an important step to becoming aware of generalized anxiety.
Continue reading →Learn about the chemical causes of anxiety related disorders. Learn how the imbalance of neurochemicals can cause emotional and physical responses in the body.
Continue reading →What is OCD? Learn more about obsessive compulsive disorder symptoms and what causes them.
Continue reading →In today’s hectic world, we could all use some tips for anxiety recovery. Why do we experience so much anxiety, and why do we need anxiety recovery tips? Stress. It’s a major contributor to everyday anxieties, so if we want to combat anxiety, we need to combat stress. The following tips will help you to replace those uneasy, apprehensive feelings with a calm, cool, collected attitude.
Continue reading →Learn about various treatment and relief options for anxiety related emotional problems. Includes overviews of CBT, Alternative Medicine and Prescription Medications.
Continue reading →Bipolar disorder doesn’t appear to be caused by one single factor. Instead, several factors come together to create a risk for bipolar disorder and trigger the mood swing cycle. These are some of the most common factors.
Continue reading →Today’s most common medications for anxiety treatment include SSRIs, SNRIs, Benzodiazepines, Beta Blockers and sedatives. Learn about the top medications for anxiety and find out if one could be right for you.
Continue reading →Natural treatments options for stress and anxiety include Valerian Root, Passion Flower, German Chamomile Flowers, Lemon Balm, B Complex Vitamins, and minerals like Zinc, Magnesium and Calcium. Learn about alternative anxiety treatments that can help to relieve stress naturally.
Continue reading →Learn how proper diet and regular exercise can help alleviate the physical tension associated with stress and help lower anxiety levels.
Continue reading →Proper breathing is essential for overall health. But did you also know that correct breathing can also relieve anxiety and promote well-being? Learn more about breathing and posture.
Continue reading →What type of person develops an anxiety disorder? Learn more about the most recent research findings, including the female connection, the childhood connection and the age connection.
Continue reading →The top 10 resolutions for people with anxiety. Follow these 10 recommendations and begin enjoying an anxiety-free life.
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