What You Should Do About Cold Sweats
Cold sweats are the common term that is used to describe the condition in which a person gets perspirations but with no presence of heat. Cold sweat is an indication of sudden and significant stress. The stress can be psychological or physical in origin or both. What Causes Cold Sweat Stress and anxiety are the […]
4 Psychiatric Conditions That Can Contribute to Substance Abuse
Substance abuse in America is costly in many ways. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, over $400 billion was lost to missed work, crime, and healthcare costs related to the abuse of drugs and alcohol. However, many of those who fall prey to substance abuse may have underlying psychiatric issues that make them […]
Anxiety Disorder: Who Is Affected Most
Anxiety Disorder: Who Is Affected Most Picture this: You are a single mother of five young ones trying to make ends meet. You wake up every morning at 6:00 am, get the kids ready, fix breakfast, drop the kids off to school and the babysitter, and rush to make it to work on time. At […]
4 People Share Their Experiences of Lovemaking With Anxiety
4 People Share Their Experiences of Lovemaking With Anxiety [nextpage title=”…”] For most people, lovemaking is a pleasant and relaxing experience to share with a partner. However, for some unfortunate people, anxiety can make the entire process miserable. Anxiety disorders affect many people, making them constantly worry that something horrible will happen, so it can […]
What Happens to Your Brain When You Take Xanax
What Happens to Your Brain When You Take Xanax If you suffer from an anxiety disorder, your doctor may prescribe Xanax. Known generically as alprazolam and first released in 1981, Xanax is a popular and widely-prescribed benzodiazepine that may be taken daily or used as needed. How does Xanax lessen anxiety, and what does it […]
Words You Should Never Say to Anxiety Sufferers
Words You Should Never Say to Someone Suffering from Anxiety Sometimes people don’t know how to act around those who are known to have an anxiety disorder. The tendency to “walk on eggshells” may be well-intentioned, but it usually only serves to make anxious people feel even worse. In order to keep a conversation from […]
10 Things Anyone Who Loves A Woman With Anxiety Should Know
10 Things Anyone Who Loves A Woman With Anxiety Should Know When a woman experiences a physical injury, her treatment and recovery can be understood by the injury’s physical characteristics over time and usually her needs can be easily identified and met. For example, if she has a broken leg she may not be able […]
10 Tips To Manage Anxiety
10 Tips To Manage Anxiety The National Institute of Mental Health defines anxiety as “a normal reaction to stress, which can be beneficial in some situations, but for some people anxiety can become excessive” (NIMH. 2014). Anxiety is the most common mental disorder in the United States resulting in an inability to concentrate as well […]
How to Know If You Need to See a Psychiatrist
How to Know If You Need to See a Psychiatrist Most people would be surprised by the number of people who see mental health professionals every day. Despite the stigma of mental health issues, being mentally healthy is just as important as being physically healthy and a psychiatrist can assist you with both. There is […]
How Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Affect Your Health
How Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Affect Your Health By Andre Carvajal Edited By Stephanie Dawson Stress is a response to a stressor, anything that challenges our system and forces us to adapt to new circumstances. The brain interprets the stressor as a potential or imminent danger. Having, maintaining, or losing a job, relationship issues, or […]