Category Archives: Anxiety Information

Social anxiety disorder is an illness that isolates people sometimes even from their loved ones. It can be difficult to explain the feelings and circumstances of your illness sometimes especially to those closest to you, and the impact of the …

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Those suffering from anxiety disorders are at significant risk of alcohol or drug abuse. It’s not unusual for those with these disorders to attempt to self-medicate in an effort to deal with or control their symptoms or associated stress. Substance …

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Those who suffer with anxiety often feel powerless to change their life and circumstances. While treatment options can relieve many anxiety symptoms, taking charge of one’s lifestyle and habits can both help reduce anxiety and build confidence. 1.    Build your …

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An important aspect in recognizing anxiety disorders is attributing the physical symptoms to the correct cause of anxiety. The physical symptoms often vary greatly from person to person, and a person need not have most or all of these to …

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Stress is a factor in a number of diseases and illnesses and makes anxiety disorders worse. Reducing stress levels is a key in fighting anxiety and having a higher level of life satisfaction. While many of the techniques are simple …

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Everyone has negative thoughts. They pop in your mind randomly. Most people move on to the next thought. However, for those struggling anxiety disorders, the negative thoughts replay over and over as if on a loop and multiply exponentially. These …

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Social anxiety disorder is the intense and persistent fear of social situations. Those with the disorder may experience symptoms in most public settings or only select ones. They may experience strong dread in anticipation of such events, experiencing anxiety before …

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Panic disorder, social anxiety disorder and agoraphobia all fall under the category of anxiety disorders. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 40 million adults in the US have an anxiety disorder in a given year. The majority of …

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One in six Americans experience an episode of depression during their lifetimes, however the rates of depression have continually risen every year since the beginning of the 20th century. Depression is a serious illness that requires treatment. Since depression is …

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You have a racing heartbeat, feel sweaty, faint, and have chest pains. Are you having a panic attack? Could it be something more serious, like a heart attack? The symptoms can be difficult to distinguish. Here is a breakdown. Heart …

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