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, according to the most recent ADAA survey on stress and anxiety disorders.
During National Stress Øut Week (November 9–15, 2008), sponsored by the Anxiety Disorders Association of... Read more
With the uncertainty of the current global economy, it’s no surprise that many of us are feeling anxious about our financial future. Anxiety is a normal reaction that tells you to stay alert and work harder to protect your finances and your future.
These days many people are anxious. In a recent ADAA online poll, more than 43%... Read more
Anxiety disorders are treatable, yet only one-third of those diagnosed receive treatment. Often the costs of therapy or prescription drugs deter people from getting the help they need. Read on to find out about getting assistance to pay for treatment.
Therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, is effective, but it may be... Read more
College campuses have filled up across the country, and most students are excited about starting a new school year. But one in eight will experience unrelenting anxiety, terrifying panic attacks, or irrational life-altering repetitive routines. These students may have an anxiety disorder, which is quite different from the normal stress and anxiety... Read more
Whether your fear of flying manifests as butterflies in your stomach, gripping the armrests on takeoff, and feeling anxious during turbulence or as a full-fledged flying phobia with panic attacks and the desire to avoid flying at all costs, there’s good news: You can get help.
Several studies have shown that as many as 40 percent of... Read more
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