Anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions globally, affecting millions of individuals across various age groups. Characterized by persistent and excessive worry, fear, or ...

The two most common mental health conditions among older adults are anxiety and depression. Various factors are associated with this, and treatment and support are available. A certain amount of ...

Anxiety in autumn, or fall, can occur due to changing light levels. As the sun rises later and sets earlier, people may feel uneasy, down, or worried. There are several reasons why this might happen.

In this post I review the benefits and limitations of conventional treatments of anxiety disorders. Future posts in this series will discuss complementary and alternative approaches used to treat ...

Dr. Cathy Frank answers the question: 'Common Treatments For Anxiety Disorders?' — -- Question: What are the most common treatments for anxiety disorders? Answer: The most common treatments for ...

Some anxiety is part of the cost of admission to humanity. Because its distinguishing raison d’etre is the anticipation of bad outcomes, it can be a helpful stimulus to preparation or rehearsal before ...

Feeling anxious, fearful, or avoidant about situations that might involve the scrutiny of others can be a part of social anxiety and social phobia. The scope and intensity of symptoms and their ...

You lay awake the night before a trip, heart pounding, as you imagine all the potential things that might go awry: What if you oversleep and miss your flight? What if you get sick while traveling?

Many anxiety and antidepressant medications, such as paroxetine, escitalopram, and duloxetine, may cause weight gain. But weight gain isn’t guaranteed and shouldn’t stop you from seeking treatment ...

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