There was recently a question on the Q & A section of the site about starting a support group. This made me start wondering how many people belong to a support group.
Do you? How do you feel it helps you? If you were starting your own support group, what types of things would you include? Guest speakers? Educational segments? Mostly... Read more
What are benzodiazepines?
Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed anti-anxiety medications. These medications are used as short acting medications. They are most often prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, particularly panic disorder and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). They can also be prescribed for insomnia, as a muscle relaxer,... Read more
Depersonalization is the feeling that you are observing yourself in a situation rather than being part of the situation. When depersonalization happens, you can feel as if you are living in a dream or you are no longer living in reality. It can be frightening to go through an episode of depersonalization.
Have you experienced an episode of... Read more
How do antidepressants work?
Antidepressants help to restore the chemical balance in the brain. Specifically, these medications target neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and norepinephrine, that affect mood. Antidepressants help to improve mood and can help decrease symptoms of anxiety. Sometimes, anxiety can either be the... Read more
As we all know, one of the symptoms of anxiety is chronic worrying. So my question this week is:
What Are You Worried About, Right Now?
Maybe by taking the time to write out your worry, it will seem less significant and you can move past the worrying and find solutions to your problems. Sometimes, it is the act of worrying that... Read more
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