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Can anxiety cause chest pain every day?
It is normal for many individuals to feel a little nervous or worried, especially when facing distressing situations. However, for some, anxiety is a more frequent or severe condition that may even present with physical symptoms such as pain in the chest.
By Neha 6 months ago in Psyche
Is Anxiety Medication Harmful?
Prescription anxiety medication is a very effective way that provide relief from moderate to severe anxiety conditions. Still, there are many pros and cons when it comes to any kinda life-altering/drug addiction possible course.
By Neha 6 months ago in Psyche
Take Me Home
He is standing on the rooftop. The place is empty. The wind flows softly over him. It tosses his hair and stirs his clothes. He looks at the cityscape from the rooftop. Then he looks down and says,
By SYT6 months ago in Psyche
Can online doctors prescribe anxiety medication?
The answer is yes. An online psychiatrist is authorized to prescribe medication. However, they must be licensed in your state. Remember that not everyone with an anxiety disorder needs medication. There are some situations where medications are especially needed and effective.
By Neha 6 months ago in Psyche
The Voice Inside That Needed to Be Heard
For as long as I can remember, I was the quiet one. Not shy in the way that made me invisible, but quiet in the way that made people think I was just “easygoing” or “content to go with the flow.” I nodded along when others spoke, laughed at jokes I didn’t find funny, and said “it’s fine” even when it wasn’t.
By Habib king6 months ago in Psyche
Is It Anxiety or ADHD? How to Tell the Difference
If your mind feels like it’s racing all the time, and you struggle to focus, sit still, or stay calm, you might wonder: Is it anxiety? Or is it ADHD? Maybe it’s both.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Psyche
Why Our Brains Struggle to Forgive AI Mistakes
It’s strange, isn’t it? We forgive people for making mistakes every day — a friend forgets your birthday, a waiter brings the wrong order, your sibling borrows your sweater without asking — yet, when a machine makes an error, something inside us snaps. We don’t just see it as a mistake; we see it as a betrayal. A computer is supposed to be flawless. That’s what we bought into.
By Vocal Member 6 months ago in Psyche
What Is Trauma Therapy and How Does It Work?. AI-Generated.
For anyone who has experienced deep emotional wounds, the path to healing can feel lonely, confusing, and overwhelming. Trauma doesn't just disappear over time-it often embeds itself in the body and mind, affecting every area of life.
By Leah Lord6 months ago in Psyche
The Day I Stopped Pretending I Was Fine. AI-Generated.
I was the kind of person who smiled a lot. At work, in family gatherings, even on the street when I bumped into neighbors — I always had a polite grin and the words “Alhamdulillah, everything’s good.”
By Kaleem Ullah6 months ago in Psyche
The Cognitive Mechanics of Getting Stuck
Have you ever stared at a simple task, maybe sending an email, filing a form, or reading a short article, and found yourself paralyzed? The task is not hard. It is not beyond your capability. You even understand why it matters. But for some reason, it feels ungraspable. No traction. No flow. Just cognitive friction.
By Nikesh Lagun6 months ago in Psyche
The Someday Lie
Why We Delay Our Dreams — And How to Finally Break Free As human beings, we possess an astonishing ability: we lie to ourselves with complete conviction.
By Umar Amin6 months ago in Psyche
To Whom It May Concern
To Whom It May Concern, (especially if you’re struggling too). Hi, My Name Is Annie, and I’m a Recovering Psycho. Because, you know… I take antipsychotics. So technically, that makes me a recovering psycho. (Yeah, I know, not everyone finds that funny. My mom didn’t laugh. But I did.)
By Annie Edwards 6 months ago in Psyche