anxiety

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

The Wake-Up Call
Rafiq was 38, a man who wore his busy schedule like a badge of honor. As a project manager at a fast-growing tech company, he thrived on back-to-back meetings, late-night emails, and the constant hum of productivity. His desk was cluttered with energy drink cans, half-eaten sandwiches, and sticky notes filled with reminders. Promotion after promotion had come his way, but somewhere along the path, he’d stopped noticing how tired he really was.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Psyche
The Pillars of Health
When we talk about health, many of us think first about the body—whether we’re eating right, exercising, or avoiding illness. But true health goes much deeper than that. It’s not just the absence of sickness; it’s about feeling good in your body, your mind, and your relationships. The World Health Organization puts it well: health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. That’s a powerful idea—one that reminds us health isn’t something we achieve once and forget about. It’s an ongoing process, shaped by our choices, our environment, and the world around us.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Psyche
How Lonely Are You?
It doesn’t always look like sitting alone in a dark room. Sometimes loneliness is laughing at a joke you didn’t hear just so you seem “part of it.” Sometimes it’s scrolling through your phone at 2 a.m., not because you care about the posts, but because the silence feels heavier than you want to admit.
By Thomas5 months ago in Psyche
When a Narcissistic Is Close to Leaving You, How Do You Act?
They don’t just leave you. They unravel you first. A narcissistic partner can be smiling at you one moment and silently planning their exit the next. They won’t slam the door—they’ll slip away emotionally long before their body walks out.
By Thomas5 months ago in Psyche
The Sound of Her Steps
In a quiet neighborhood where jasmine climbed over old brick walls and the breeze carried the scent of fresh bread from the corner bakery, lived Mrs. Kareem.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Psyche
What Are the Different Types of Trauma Therapy? . AI-Generated.
Trauma can leave a deep imprint on the mind, body, and emotions. The good news? Healing is possible. Over the past few decades, various forms of trauma therapy have emerged, each offering unique ways to process and recover from painful experiences.
By Leah Lord5 months ago in Psyche
I Used a Binaural Beats App for 30 Days and This Is What Happened to My Focus
I Used a Binaural Beats App for 30 Days and This Is What Happened to My Focus When I first heard about binaural beats, my reaction was basically, “Sounds nice, but does it actually work?”
By Hawrry Bhattarai5 months ago in Psyche
How to Help Someone with Bipolar Disorder:. AI-Generated.
Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It causes intense mood swings that shift between high-energy phases—known as mania or hypomania—and deep depressive lows. Learning how to help someone with bipolar disorder requires patience, empathy, and a willingness to understand the condition fully.
By Orange Coast Psychiatry5 months ago in Psyche
The Psychology of Waiting
Dr. Elena Reyes had spent her entire career studying time—not the physics of it, but the psychology. How humans experience duration. How waiting changes us. How anticipation rewrites the chemistry of our brains.
By Muhammad Sabeel5 months ago in Psyche
The Hidden Crisis of High-Functioning Depression
Most people imagine depression as visible — someone crying often, unable to get out of bed, withdrawing from the world. But there’s another form that hides in plain sight, often behind a confident smile, a packed calendar, and an impressive résumé. It’s called high-functioning depression, and it’s silently affecting millions.
By Irfan Ali5 months ago in Psyche
Can You Have Anxiety Without Feeling Nervous? The Silent Symptoms Explained
When people think about anxiety, they often picture someone pacing, biting their nails, or visibly trembling. Nervousness—feeling jittery, uneasy, or on edge—is the emotion most commonly tied to anxiety. But what if you’re not nervous? What if you don’t feel panicked or scared, yet something still feels off?
By Richard Bailey5 months ago in Psyche
The Last Appointment
On the third floor of City General Hospital, tucked between the radiology wing and the pharmacy, was a small, unassuming room with a faded nameplate on the door: Dr. Fareed – Internal Medicine.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Psyche