You’re walking down the street, driving along the highway, or enjoying a movie when suddenly, for no apparent reason, you feel lightheaded, your heart is pounding, and you feel as if you’re losing your mind or going to die. If you have had that experience, then you know what a panic attack is. If the feelings occur again, they may... Read more
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 more
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 more
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 more
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 more
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