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Xanax Detox: More Than Just Irritability . Top Story - July 2025.
I was prescribed Xanax for severe Generalized Anxiety Disorder. It helped me function at first. But early on—and I mean right away—my doctor prescribed me 8 mg of extended release Xanax per day. That’s not a dosage I slowly worked up to. That was the starting point.
By Annie Edwards 6 months ago in Psyche
You Don’t Need More Motivation (You Need Less Grain)
You don't always feel tired because the task is hard. Sometimes, what you're feeling is the drag building under the surface, the kind that makes your body heavy, your thoughts fuzzy, and your motivation feel like it's walking through molasses.
By Nikesh Lagun6 months ago in Psyche
What Causes Anxiety Attacks: A Deep Dive into Triggers, Symptoms, and Coping Mechanisms. AI-Generated.
Anxiety attacks, often used interchangeably with panic attacks, can be a terrifying and overwhelming experience. One moment you might be going about your day, and the next, you're hit with a wave of intense fear, physical symptoms, and a feeling of impending doom. Understanding what causes anxiety attacks is the first crucial step toward managing them. This blog post will explore the triggers, distinguish between panic and anxiety attacks, and provide practical strategies for coping and prevention.
By JP Psychiatry6 months ago in Psyche
Rain Only Falls in Her Dreams
Rain Only Falls in Her Dreams by[javid khan] Nora hadn't slept properly in over a year. Not real sleep—not the kind that wraps you up in something weightless and whole. Doctors called it chronic insomnia. Her therapist called it grief manifesting. Her father, on the rare days he tried, called it "just a phase."
By PROFESSOR PROFESSOR6 months ago in Psyche
The Soul Doesn’t Need a Map.
“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” - Jimmy Dean Good Morning! A pretty cold and grey one at that. As I half-expected, I lay awake at 4am this morning, contemplating life… my life, and all the little bits in between. Though there are many days when those early morning hours catch up with me later, I actually really enjoy that time. It feels a bit like a weekend, because I get to stay in bed completely guilt-free (I mean, who gets up at that hour? Oh wait… ME! Yesterday, lol). But no, seriously… that’s what it feels like.
By Feral La Femme6 months ago in Psyche
The Silence Between Us
By Nadeem Shah It had been 472 days since we last spoke. Not that I was counting—at least, not anymore. In the beginning, I counted everything. The days since the argument. The hours since I thought about calling. The number of messages I typed and never sent. The seconds I stood outside your door that one night… and turned away.
By Nadeem Shah 6 months ago in Psyche
The Silent Energy Killer You're Ignoring (Hint: It’s Not Sleep)
You emerge from bed after having slept for 8 hours. ". You maintain a strict diet, exercise regularly and adhere to water-based diets. However... by 2PM, you're slogging through mental mud. Your coffee fails. Your focus shatters. The sensation of exhaustion and indecision monopolizes your day. Sound familiar?
By Osman Ahmed6 months ago in Psyche
Anxiety vs. Overthinking: What’s the Real Difference?
In everyday conversations, the terms "anxiety" and "overthinking" are often used interchangeably. You might hear someone say, “I’m just overthinking,” when they’re actually feeling anxious. Or, “I’m having anxiety,” when their mind is simply running in circles about a particular issue. But despite the overlap, anxiety and overthinking are not the same thing.
By Richard Bailey6 months ago in Psyche
