anxiety

A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?

Anxiety and Hot Flashes: What's the Relationship Between Them?
In case you're in menopause or perimenopause, you're likely to experience hot flashes. It can be called "power surges," as these hot flashes send a rush of heat through your upper body.
By Harbor Compounding pharmacy4 years ago in Psyche
I Didn't Know I Had Social Anxiety: Here Are The Subtle Signs. Top Story - November 2021.
Earlier this year, I was diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder. It was the last of the 3 anxiety disorders I got diagnosed with, and one that I frankly did not expect. Despite considering myself a mental health advocate and having a fairly good understanding of anxiety disorders, I even fell victim to the stereotypes of social anxiety.
By Alisan Keesee4 years ago in Psyche
7 Amazing Foods That Can Help Relieve Anxiety
Have you been feeling anxious lately? You're not alone. Anxiety is a wide-spread issue that affects millions of people every day. The symptoms can vary from cold sweats to grinding teeth. However, most people agree that, regardless of how anxiety makes them feel, it's never a good experience.
By David Adebayo4 years ago in Psyche
Ramblin' man
Between the crackle of static is the melody of the Allman Brothers playing the classic ramblin' guitar solo. I'm laying in the back seat looking up at the ripped and stained taupe fabric I know too well. I lean up on my elbows and scan my eyes over the front row seats, seeing his grease-stained fist hit the dash to even out the radio. He curses and speaks out loud "*$^%, damn radio crapping out again.."
By Jaded Savior Blog4 years ago in Psyche
7 Effective and Easy Ways To Overcome Anxiety
We live in a world of never-ending competition surrounded by numerous pressure groups. In our world everyone is running behind money, someone wisely said “ time is money”. Money is all we want!!!!!. The race behind money paved the way towards ruined relationships and misery. We ignored our physical And mental health at the cost of money. Some people suffer from chronic anxiety without any particular Trigger.
By Dr. Rashd4 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety In Post Pandemic World
Anxiety is a burden that affects all of us at one time or another. Anxiety can be a wide-ranging problem. This can appear as a feeling of uncertainty that is persistent but small. It can feel like a constant drum that you can't shake. It can also look like a lot of procrastination or overanalyzing situations. It can suffocate the human psyche in any way. Anxiety is a topic that is becoming more popular than ever. In the new post-pandemic world, anxiety is something that we need to consider. You are not alone if you are anxious about the unknown and new normal. Since the pandemic, our perspectives and survival strategies have changed. This past year taught us all that life is precious. What are you doing to show up for the reopening world?
By Roderick Williams4 years ago in Psyche
Today I Walked
I walked down the street today. It should have been easy. I do it all the time. It’s a simple thing walking down the street, and sometimes we take it for granted. Most days, it’s uneventful, calm, pleasant even but today was not one of those days.
By Simon George4 years ago in Psyche
Living with Health Anxiety
National Mental Health awareness was on Sunday October 10th, and I am of course posting this a few days late. I think that everyday should be mental health awareness day if we are being honest.I feel like it's very misunderstoond, and many feel guilty when they have a mental health disorder or bad mental health day. I am very happy that the world is begining to aknowledge mental health more, but I do feel like we have a long way to go.
By Kimmiekins44 years ago in Psyche
How To Deal With Anxiety
Does anxiety bully you? Does it play a large part in your life? It doesn't have to be that way. There are many ways to control anxiety. This article will go over one visualisation technique in particular, but it's worth mentioning the basics also.
By Jamie Jackson4 years ago in Psyche
5 (More) Tips for Dating with Anxiety
Recently, a friend of mine posted an article on here called 5 Tips for Dating with Social Anxiety. (Go check that out. It's wonderful advice.) That got me to thinking about what my uber-anxious-self would recommend. You know, now that I've somehow managed to wiggle myself out of my wormhole and drag my slimy body out there in the dating world long enough to gain some major XP.
By Kristen Lynn Kreashko4 years ago in Psyche
What is Catastrophising and How Do I Manage My Catastrophic Thinking?
During one of my therapy sessions, my therapist handed me a piece of paper. "Let me know which of these thinking styles you identify with", she said.
By Andy McAleese4 years ago in Psyche
5 Tips For Dating With Social Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental illnesses in the United States and around the world. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately 40 million adults have an anxiety disorder. Of those 40 million, around 15 million have social anxiety disorder.
By Alisan Keesee4 years ago in Psyche