A stomachache is a common physical symptom of stress and anxiety. Millions of people suffer from gastrointestinal problems, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Though they sound similar, these two disorders are quite different in their causes and treatments.
Read on to learn more about their... Read more
Recap from Part One: For those living with an anxiety disorder, insomnia can be part of a vicious cycle. Anxiety can cause sleeping problems, and sleep deprivation can cause symptoms of an anxiety disorder because a lack of sleep stimulates the part of the brain most closely associated with depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric disorders.... Read more
A good night’s sleep is important to good health. Many of us toss and turn or watch the clock when we can’t sleep for a night or two. But for some, a restless night is routine. More than 40 million Americans suffer from chronic, long-term sleep disorders, and an additional 20 million report sleeping problems occasionally, according to... Read more
The holiday season is an especially busy time of year for those who have committed to family dinners, school and neighborhood parties, gift exchanges, and travel plans. Schedules packed with events and activities often leave little time for relaxation, leaving both adults and children at risk for increased stress and anxiety. Left unchecked, this... Read more
I consulted Justine Kent, MD, for the latest information about treating anxiety disorders with medications. Dr. Kent is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University’s College of Physicians & Surgeons. Read on to learn what she had to say.
Medication treatment of anxiety is generally safe and effective.... Read more
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