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February 26, 2008 12:17 PM EST -- We live in anxious times. Around the clock, we hear news of war, murder, natural disasters, and ominous threats such as terrorism and bird flu. If you're lucky enough not to be directly affected by . . . more
July 09, 2007 12:10 PM EDT -- Anxiety sensitivity is a tendency to misinterpret the sensations that accompany anxiety — irregular breathing, heart palpitations, trembling, flushing, sweating, stomach rumbling — as indications . . . more
July 09, 2007 12:14 PM EDT -- The children’s rhyme denies it, but it may be true. Words are weapons that can cause lasting wounds, especially when wielded by parents against children. The damage is sometimes more serious and . . . more
July 30, 2007 02:22 PM EDT -- If you think you suffer from an anxiety disorder, don’t overlook seeing your primary care physician for a physical exam. This exam can rule out physical disorders with symptoms that look like anxiety: . . . more
July 30, 2007 02:31 PM EDT -- Two-thirds of people with anxiety disorders also suffer from depression at some point in their lives, and 58% of people with depression also have an anxiety disorder. The anxiety/depression combination . . . more
August 06, 2007 11:52 AM EDT -- Symptoms that result from a traumatic experience are a topic of great importance in wartime .We can expect that military and civilian personnel returning from Iraq and Afghanistan will need ample support . . . more
August 20, 2007 12:19 PM EDT -- Many people assume that anxiety arises from a traumatic event or overwhelming stress. It’s true that experiences such as the death of a parent during childhood or another early trauma can play a . . . more
September 10, 2007 12:12 PM EDT -- People with anxiety disorders — social phobia, panic disorder, generalized anxiety — find ways to avoid the dangers they imagine they foresee. They may repeatedly check their pulse, constantly . . . more
July 16, 2007 09:59 AM EDT -- Sometimes it’s smart to worry. It can force us to plan or to take safety precautions. Worry can lead to wellness. If we didn’t worry some about our health, would we eat right and exercise? . . . more
August 14, 2007 09:58 AM EDT -- A specific phobia is a fear of a specific object or circumstance. There are different types of phobias—a specific phobia (also called simple phobia) is when a person is afraid of one specific item . . . more
July 23, 2007 09:42 AM EDT -- According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders generally affect women far more often than men. For example, over the course of a lifetime, the prevalence of generalized anxiety . . . more
August 14, 2007 10:00 AM EDT -- Any condition that changes the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, such as an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), low blood sugar, and asthma, can also trigger anxiety symptoms. In addition, . . . more
August 20, 2007 12:18 PM EDT -- Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorders among older adults. Approximately 11% of people ages 55 and over suffer from an anxiety disorder, while less than 4% experience major depression. . . . more
August 27, 2007 02:26 PM EDT -- It’s likely that if you ask any two people with an anxiety disorder to describe it, they’ll paint different pictures. One person might dread speaking in public, while another is gripped by . . . more
September 04, 2007 09:47 AM EDT -- When anxiety is related to a medical condition or to substance use, treatment focuses on the underlying causes. For the other anxiety disorders, there are three primary approaches: 1.      . . . more
September 17, 2007 03:35 PM EDT -- Who among us doesn’t get anxious? I know several very successful people who have had to overcome their jitters about public speaking or presenting themselves at an important social event. Psychiatrists . . . more
July 16, 2007 09:57 AM EDT -- Like many troubles, everyday worries are best handled by talking to friends, relatives, and coworkers; getting plenty of rest; and staying physically active. Exercise keeps our busy brains out of mischief. . . . more
June 26, 2007 11:55 AM EDT -- Mental health disorders don’t lend themselves to quick fixes, and anxiety is no exception. Although some treatments, especially certain medications, can make you feel better almost overnight, this . . . more
June 28, 2007 10:30 AM EDT -- According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders generally affect women far more often than men. For example, over the course of a lifetime, the prevalence of generalized anxiety . . . more
July 09, 2007 12:07 PM EDT -- Anxiety sensitivity is a tendency to misinterpret the sensations that accompany anxiety — irregular breathing, heart palpitations, trembling, flushing, sweating, stomach rumbling — as indications . . . more
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