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Friday, August, 22, 2008

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Managing School Anxiety

As summer comes to a close, many children are likely to experience a case of the jitters about the upcoming school year. Nervousness and anxiety are normal, and most children find something to look forward to about starting school. But some experience persistent and excessive anxiety that interferes with their academic, behavioral, emotional, and... Read moreChevron

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Stress, Anxiety, and Your Sleep

Summertime is the season to relax, recharge, and unwind. But that may not be as easy as it sounds. Seven out of ten adults in the United States say they experience stress or anxiety daily—and most say it interferes at least moderately with their lives. About one-third report persistent stress or excessive anxiety daily or that they have... Read moreChevron

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Recovery From Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

K. Waheed of Virginia started having flashbacks when she was in her twenties. Her “persistent, terrifying” images and memories didn’t always make sense, but afraid that they would harm or even kill her, she checked herself into a psychiatric hospital. That’s where she was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder,... Read moreChevron

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Reducing Anxiety in the Aftermath of Hurricanes, Floods and Other Disasters

Hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters can turn lives upside down. The damage they leave behind often leads to serious anxiety and depression, as well as physical health problems. It's natural to feel sad, scared, anxious, nervous, or depressed following a traumatic event. Many survivors also experience... Read moreChevron

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