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Quiet the Anxiety in Your Head—20 Best Ways To Stop Overthinking

Everyone knows that thinking before acting is wise but when does our thinking actually become debilitating? With too much thinking, negative thoughts can begin

Psychology | Psychology

14% of students quit college because of mental health challenges | Fortune

Mental health struggles prevented a significant portion of students from earning their college degree, according to a new report from Sallie Mae.

Psychology | Psychology

5 Signs You Are Making Your Anxiety Worse

Letting go of your struggle with anxiety is key to its effective management.

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15 Best Mental Health Podcasts of 2022

This collection of podcasts addresses mental health issues, for anyone looking for self-help advice on different conditions and improving emotional wellness.

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What To Do (and Avoid Doing) if Anxiety About Falling Asleep Is Keeping You Awake

Sleep anxiety, or anxiety about being able to fall or stay asleep, can worsen insomnia. Here's what to do and avoid doing to keep it at bay.

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Can memes help people cope with pandemic-induced anxiety? – Research Digest

By Emily Reynolds. By making light of a serious event, memes help people reappraise negative experiences, authors suggest.

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How to Stop Overthinking: 5 Expert Strategies to Calm Your Mind

Wrestling with the same decisions again and again can trap you in your head. Here's how to stop overthinking, according to experts.

Health & Fitness | Psychology!

Teens who are “addicted” to TikTok experience worse depression and anxiety, and in turn, reduced working memory capacity

A study among teenage TikTok users found that those who showed addictive tendencies toward the platform performed worse when recalling number sequences. The findings, published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, furt

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

To Control Your Life, Control What You Pay Attention To

To be consistently productive and manage stress better, we must strengthen our skill in attention management.

Science & Technology | Science & Medicine

Human Psychopathology and Well-being

Investigating various factors associated with mental health and overall well-being in college students Background: Mental health issues continue to be a source of concern word wide, as the prevalen…

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Abortion Study

Investigating pregnancy termination in an animal model Background: Approximately 20% of all pregnancies in the U.S. end in abortion. The health implications of abortion on women continues to be a s…

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5 Ways to Shut Off Your Brain Before Bed So You Get Restful Sleep

A buzzing mind is often the reason we can't doze off — or sleep restfully. Fortunately, these activities help "shut off the brain," and they can be tailored to your own needs and circumstances.

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Can a Cat Have an Existential Crisis?

Treating my cat for depression caused me to question the state of anxiety in animals and us.

Health & Fitness | Sleep

How the 3-3-1 Rule Can Help You Fall Asleep Quickly and Reduce Anxiety | Inc.com

Sleep is key to productivity -- but it also helps calm chronic anxiety. I've found a series of simple tactics that almost assures a good night's sleep (while reducing angst).

Psychology | Psychology

Why do we wake around 3am and dwell on our fears and shortcomings?

The thoughts are often distressing and punitive. Strikingly, these concerns vaporise in the daylight, proving that the 3am thinking was completely irrational and unproductive. But why?

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help

The Five Minute Journal Soothes You in Seconds| Well+Good

You don't need to carve out an hour of your day to reap the benefits of journaling—all you need is five minutes. Here's why.

Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness

How Mental Health First Aid Can Help Reduce Stigma - Mental Health First Aid

It’s easy to see why talking about our mental health may not be easy. Research shows that public stigma, or society’s negative attitudes and behaviors surrounding mental health, and self-stigma, the internalization of those attitudes, prevent many fro

Psychology | Psychology

Why Curiosity Is the Key to Unwinding Your Anxiety

Here is a technique you can use to step out of the cycle of worry and fear and start feeling better.

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Do Weighted Blankets Really Help Reduce Anxiety? - Famadillo.com

I am not speaking scientifically, but as a mom losing her mind during covid. We used the Minky & Sherpa Weighted Blanket from Comma Home. They say

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If It's My Supervisor Who Creates the Problems, Can I Keep My Job? - Workplace Coach Blog

When it's the supervisor who creates the problem, what recourse do I have if I get fired?

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Avoiding a Meltdown: When Something Has To Give & You Fear It's You - Workplace Coach Blog

When you're close to a job meltdown, how to balance the stress you take on

Psychology | Psychology

Why Having OCD Does Not Prepare You for Covid-19 | Psychology Today

No, I haven't been training for this moment for years. Contamination OCD is not a superpower.

Health & Fitness | Health News

Maintaining a Healthy Mind in Uncertain Times - Sunlighten

Now is a time most people are stressed due to the pandemic. Learn 7 natural ways to improve your mental health.

Business & Finance | Careers & The Workplace

It's Time We Really Talk About Workplace Anxiety

The battle against anxiety in the workplace is one we desperately need to fight -- and these simple techniques will give managers the upperhand. 

Health & Fitness | Sleep

Feeling Sleepy? Six Findings That Reveal The Nuanced Effects Of Poor Sleep – Research Digest

By Emma Young. Too little sleep can be bad for us — but it's not always the disaster it’s held up to be.

Psychology | Parenting and Kids

8 Proven Techniques for Parents to Prioritize Their Mental Health During the Pandemic

Parenting experts and influencers share how they are managing stress and anxiety throughout COVID-19.

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Mental Health & the Impact of This Pandemic: | Dr. Dyan

How can we protect and support our mental health during the global pandemic? Here are 7 simple tips that can grow our awareness and help us stay strong.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

The Coronavirus Pandemic: Living With Consistent Low-Grade Anxiety

Seven weeks into the coronavirus pandemic, one working dad reflects on the challenge of excess stress and the loss of cherished rituals.

Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

This Breathing Exercise Calms the Mind and Body | Dr. Dyan

This simple breathing exercise calms the mind and body. Research shows this helps depression, anxiety, pain and sleep through the gut to brain connection.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

COVID-19 and Anxiety: Coping with the Emotional Fallout of Isolation - Alpha-Stim

Experts say to practice social distancing to stop the spread of coronavirus. Isolation can lead to depression and anxiety; Alpha-Stim can help.

Health & Fitness | Sleep

Self-Medication: Study Finds Deep Sleep 'Rewires' The Brain To Eliminate Anxiety

Falling into a deep sleep soothes the brain into a relaxed state, allowing it to reset inter-neural connections and reinvigorate itself, a new study finds.

Health & Fitness | Psychology

I used to have social anxiety. These 4 mental shifts made me confident

Once I realized that in order for me to become more confident, I had to  practice going outside my comfort zone, I found ways to practice on a daily basis.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

When There’s So Much That Needs Our Care - HeartMath | Blog

People and the planet need our care more than ever. For many, it can seem like too much to care for—work, family, health, the political situations, climate change, and more. We can find our care turning to worry, anxiety and ongoing energy drain. So, is

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Is Thinking About Work Keeping You Up Late at Night? Here Are 4 Proven Ways to Get the Sleep You Deserve

According to a 2018 Korn Ferry study, stress causes sleep deprivation for 66 percent of American workers.

Health & Fitness | Sleep

Self-Medication: Study Finds Deep Sleep 'Rewires' The Brain To Eliminate Anxiety

Falling into a deep sleep soothes the brain into a relaxed state, allowing it to reset inter-neural connections and reinvigorate itself, a new study finds.

Health & Fitness | Sleep

Hypnosis Changed My Life and my Sleep

When my anxiety and insomnia returned, my therapist suggested a new form of treatment. The results challenged my inner skeptic.

Health & Fitness | Sleep

When Sleep Improves so Does Anxiety, Depression, and Paranoia

Study finds therapy designed to treat insomnia also reduced paranoia and hallucinations, and improved depression and anxiety in patients

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

NHS Study of Alpha-Stim for Anxiety Can Revolutionize Mental Health Care in the UK - Alpha-Stim

Study Proves Alpha-Stim Treatment is As Effective and More Cost Efficient Than Current First-Line Therapy The National Health Services (NHS) of the United Kingdom has …

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

Avoidance, Rumination, Procrastination and the Link to Depression

Procrastination is a very common aspect of depression. To help sufferers and their loved ones better understand this, I’ll unpack the links.

Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

Great Tips to Stay Focused and Increase Productivity and Happiness

Strategies to avoid the pitfalls of distractions and interruptions, improve your cognitive control, reduce goal interference, and aid your distracted mind.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

Research Shows that Short Term Therapy Can Be a Game Changer

Just a few hours of therapy-like interventions can reduce some people’s anxiety.

Family & Parenting | Kids

9 Ways to Minimize Stress & Anxiety in Kids

Stress and anxiety are normal intermittent experiences for kids but they are not normal as chronic companions. Here's how you can help minimize stress and anxiety and help your kids be their most healthy selves.

Science & Technology | Social Media

Pinterest wants you to take a deep breath, literally - The Verge

When Pinterest users search the platform for something dreary, the company doesn’t have qualms about stepping in. Today, Pinterest has revealed a new set of "emotional well-being activities" that it will automatically suggest to user who search for phrase

Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

Here's a Chart Explaining Anxiety and Solutions

275 million people worldwide have experienced an anxiety disorder, and millions of others experience anxiety from time to time. Here's how to cope.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

Understanding Different Types of Anxiety Can Help You Diffuse it

In small doses, anxiety is a vital emotion. Without it, we could be killed crossing the street and would find ourselves ill-prepared for many of the important tasks of life.

Psychology | Psychology

How to Manage Anxiety During Periods of Transition

We might find ourselves going through a transitional process when we are traveling, moving homes, in-between careers, in-between relationships or simply

Entertainment | Entertainment

Can Watching Friends Help Ease Your Anxiety? One Psychologist Says Yes | Mental Floss

But it's not just 'Friends' that could do the trick, according to clinical psychologist Marc Hekster. 'The Big Bang Theory' can also help reduce your anxiety.

Psychology | Personality

Some Things Introverts With Social Anxiety Wish You Knew

Introversion and social anxiety are not the same thing, but that doesn't mean some of us "quiet ones" don't suffer from it. Here's what it's like.

Psychology | Parenting and Kids

Anxiety in preschoolers needs its own kind of therapy | Science News

Researchers are seeking ways to break the link between preschool worries and adult anxiety.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

Profiles in (Everyday) Courage | Psychology Today

How to Stop Fear from Being the Boss of You: Small acts of everyday courage are the key to developing confidence

Psychology | Personality

Your Brain Is a Liar: 7 Common Cons Your Brain Uses | Psychology Today

Is your brain lying to you? Learn these common cons to find out—and then do something about it.

Psychology | Personality

Hopkins Study: Half Of Schizophrenia Cases Misdiagnosed, Most Just Have Anxiety - Study Finds

A significant number of people declared schizophrenic by their doctors may be misdiagnosed. A small study of patients referred to the Johns Hopkins Early Psychosis Intervention Clinic (EPIC) with diagnoses of schizophrenia found that about half didn't hav

Psychology | Personality

These Thinking Patterns May Be Holding You Back from Success at Work

A psychologist suggests how to find the cognitive distortions dragging us down, and adjust our narratives accordingly.

Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

Why So Many Americans Are Turning to Buddhism

The ancient Eastern religion is helping Westerners with very modern mental-health problems.

Psychology | Psychology

6 Signs It’s Time to Seek Help for Your Anxiety | Psychology Today

If you feel symptoms of anxiety absent of any apparent reason, or everyday things make you anxious—leaving home, for example—it may be time to see a mental health professional.

Health & Fitness | Health

Best mental health apps for sleep, anxiety and depression

Technology is often criticised for worsening our mental health, particularly social media. New figures released for Time to Talk Day (February 7) demonstrate that though the average person in London has 540 friends on social media, 20 per cent of people s

Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

Avoid Choking Under Pressure: Imagine Having Prize & Performing To Keep It – Re

By Christian Jarrett. The mental technique is called "incentive reappraisal" and it's reflected in changed activity in a key brain structure.

Psychology | Hypnosis Information

Is Hypnosis Real? Here's What Science Says | Time

Does hypnosis work? There’s evidence backing it up for weight loss, addiction and more. But legitimate hypnosis defies pop culture clichés.

Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

Taking the Power Back from Anxiety (by Swamy G) -

It’s 8 am on a Monday morning. You are getting ready for work. You’ve got an important meeting, but you just don’t feel right. It’s anxiety; you know it and you hate it. You have been feeling anxious for a while now, and this week’s no different

Psychology | Parenting and Kids

Anxiety in Children and Teens: What all Parents Need to Know -

Anxiety can make everyone feel helpless, but it is manageable. Here is a powerful way to respond to anxiety in children and teens, to help them find calm.

Psychology | Parenting and Kids

Gen Z More Likely to Report Mental Health Concerns

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Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

Feeling Stuck or Anxious? Change Your Story to Move Forward | Psychology Today

An exciting new line of research shows that creating psychological distance from negative memories or threatening future events can help you manage your emotional response.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

The Key To A Long, Healthy Life Lies Within The Gut, Study Finds - Study Finds

The world of life deep within our bellies may hold the key to many happy, healthy years ahead. Experiments on fruit flies showed increased lifespan after the addition of probiotics and an herbal supplement.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help

Stop worrying that you’ve missed your chance at success—Science says you probably haven’t

Am I lagging behind? Why have I not yet achieved “success”? A study published in the journal Nature suggests we don’t need to worry so much.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

11 Natural Remedies for Anxiety

Here are the 11 best natural remedies for anxieties, from walking meditation to CBD oil to herbal medicine, according to experts.

Health & Fitness | Sleep

Sleep Deprivation Makes Your Anxiety Peak

According to two new studies, a lack of sleep is associated with both increased anxiety and increased anger, both of which can also lead to further sleep deprivation, creating a cyclical problem.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

7 Ways to Stop Feeling Lonely During the Holidays

The holidays often amplify feelings of loneliness and isolation, but three experts offer 7 tips that will help you to cope.

Psychology | Personality

When Complex Trauma Is Misdiagnosed as Anxiety | The Mighty

A woman shares the difference between anxiety from complex trauma and generalized anxiety.

Advice & Self-Help | Meditation and Other Practices

An Astronaut's Guide to Navigating Stress - Mindful

In this video from Big Think, astronaut Chris Hadfield explains how to manage your reaction when stress hits.

Health & Fitness | Health News

ABC News: Dayton officers using technology to treat stress, anxiety, PTSD - Alpha-Stim

Original article by Christina Schaefer for ABC 22 DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF/WRGT) In the 30 years Gregory Moyer has been a police officer, he’s seen a lot, “things that come back to haunt you.” He’s a detective with Forensic Services at the Dayton Poli

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

People with mental illness share what they want scientists to study - STAT

The new survey is part of a growing trend in the mental health field to listen to people and find out what they want scientists to study.

Psychology | Parenting and Kids

More Than 90% of Generation Z Is Stressed Out | Time

The American Psychological Association's 2018 Stress in America report shows that stress and mental health issues are common in Gen Z.

Psychology | Health & Wellbeing

Does lavender really help with anxiety?

A study of mice reveals that the scent of linalool, a natural alcohol found in lavender, relieves anxiety through its effect on olfactory nerve cells.

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When Will I See Results with Alpha-Stim®? - Alpha-Stim

Alpha-Stim® is a fast, safe, and effective treatment for anxiety, insomnia, depression, and pain. Here is how quickly it works for each indication.

Health & Fitness | Health

Unusual Asthma Symptoms: Cough, Sleep Problems, Anxiety, and More

Learn more from WebMD about unusual asthma symptoms that may point to other health conditions.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

Psychologists Reveal The Easiest Hacks For Overthinkers To Try When They're Spiraling

Overthinking is the type of thing you don't realize you're doing until it's already succeeded in making you feel horrible. Whether it's some nightmarish, worst-case scenario you've imagined for the future, or a spiral about a text exchange with your…

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help

The Best Ways to Pivot When You're Feeling Overwhelmed

'Delete, delegate, delay and do' is a time-management technique you're likely to find helpful.

Health & Fitness | Health

Report: US Therapists See Increase in Patients With 'Trump Anxiety Disorder' | Fox News Insider

Therapists say there's been a rise in anxiety stemming from the country's politics, and it is being called "Trump Anxiety Disorder."

Health & Fitness | Health

Panic Attack vs. Heart Attack: How to Tell the Difference

There are a few easy, helpful ways to distinguish between the two. Here, an expert explains how to spot the difference.

Health & Fitness | Health

The cure for obesity, heart disease, and anxiety? Puppies! | Fox News

Researchers just discovered a simple way to fight obesity, heart disease, and mental illness – by giving people puppies.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

Alpha-Stim® Praised in USA Today Expert Panel on Opioid Crisis - Alpha-Stim

USA Today recently sponsored a panel of experts in the field of substance abuse to share their insights on the nation’s ongoing opioid crisis. Part of the USA Today Opioid campaign, the purpose of the panel was to shed light on the scope of the stigma a

Family & Parenting | Kids

How to Help Your Kids Overcome Anxiety

Whether your kid is scared of monsters or fearful of going to preschool, here's how to help your kid overcome his/her anxieties and fears.

Psychology | Psychology

Does Drinking Make Anxiety Worse? | POPSUGAR Fitness

You know the story: you're nervous before a big date or you want to unwind after a stressful day and have a drink to calm yourself. It helps, too. Drinking a

Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting

How Children Inherit Anxiety And Depression From Their Parents

New study provides insights into how parents pass anxiety and depression onto their children.

Health & Fitness | Health News

Vetiver Oil Improves ADHD, Anxiety & Brain Health

Vetiver oil improves ADHD, anxiety and brain health. Here are more benefits of vetiver oil, along with vetiver oil uses and interesting facts.

Health & Fitness | Health Articles

Anxiety Disorders and How to Treat Them

Anxiety can take many forms, from panic attacks to phobias. Find out more about common anxiety disorders and how to treat them.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

Yoga and Meditation Can Reverse DNA Activity Which Causes Stress, Illness, Anxiety and Depression

The mind and the body are a power couple, and like all couples that were meant to be together, the direction of influence goes both ways. The mind can influence the body, and the body can influence the mind – and new research has found that together the

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Five Techniques for Maintaining a Positive Mindset

Disappointments are a part of life. Here are five tips for staying positive when things don't go our way.

Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness Info

Pictures: Natural Ways to Calm Your Anxiety

We all get anxious sometimes. Here are a few ways to try to manage it without a prescription.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

The Everyday Foods That Reduce Social Anxiety

People who are particularly neurotic may benefit from this group of common foods -- plus exercise.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

12 Ways to Reduce Stress in Under 5 Minutes

Breathe in, breathe out. If that doesn't help, try these other options.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

New Collection of Apps Can Reduce Depression and Anxiety by 50%

Researchers have developed a collection of 13 clinical apps for depression and anxiety that they can reduce symptoms by up to 50%.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

Tests raise hopes for radical new therapy for phobias and PTSD

Researchers able to reduce anxieties without asking people to think about them consciously, making it more appealing than current therapies

Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting

Rejection By This Parent Does Most Damage To Personality

Both parents affect your personality, but rejection by one parent could be more critical for long-term development.

Psychology | Psychology & Psychological Research

Anxiety in Teens - How to Help a Teenager Deal With Anxiety

Anxiety in teens is so common. Here are some telltale signs of anxiety, where they come from, and proven ways to manage anxiety back to small enough.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

20 Profound Ways to Instantly Reduce Your Stress | Inc.com

Stress. Yes, we all have it. And yes, you can manage it like a boss.

Health & Fitness | Health News

Marijuana Relieves Both Asthma & Anxiety

Cannabidiol, or CBD, could be helpful in achieving what an inhaler can while also decreasing patient anxiety. A 2015 study by Labratório de Fisiopathologia Experimental in Brazil found that CBD could be helpful in reducing mucous production associated wi

Health & Fitness | Natural Remedies

Science proves salt lamps help people with anxiety. Here's how

Ever heard of a Himalayan salt lamp? In a world overrun with stress and anxiety, these uncomplicated, natural household objects are making in impact on society in a big way. Everything around us emits ions, both positive and negative. Do you notice how be

Health & Fitness | Health News

Living With Anxiety - Important New Insights

It's likely that if you're not living with anxiety, someone you know or love probably will be. Here are important new insights into anxiety and what works.

Health & Fitness | Mind & Body

Dealing with Anxiety: Using the Strength of an Anxious Mind to Calm Anxiety - Hey Sigmund - Karen Young

Anxiety is the power of the mind against the mind, and an anxious mind is a strong one. Here are ways to use that strength for dealing with anxiety.

Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting

Fear and Anxiety - An Age by Age Guide to Common Fears, The Reasons for Each and How to Manage Them

It's very normal for children to have specific fears at some point. Here is an age by age guide to fears, why they happen and how to manage them.

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5 Phrases to Avoid Saying to An Anxious Child (and 5 Alternatives)

This infographic tells a story about how parents-with great love and affection-try to help their anxious children. It also tells a silent tale about what...

Health & Fitness | Health News

How to Help With Anxiety. What To Do When Someone Close to You Has Anxiety.

Here's how to help with anxiety, that will make you seem as though you're made of sunlight and beautiful things, with a little bit of magic thrown in.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

Finding the Right Antidepressant - Depression Medication Trial and Error

I've been on and off so many prescription depression medications: Effexor, Klonopin, Prozac.

Family & Parenting | Family and Parenting

Anxiety or Aggression? When Anxiety in Children Looks Like Anger, Tantrums, or Meltdowns

Is it anxiety or aggression? Anxiety can be a masterful imposter. In children it can look less clingy and avoidant, and show itself more as aggression.

Advice & Self-Help | Empowering Tools for Growth

Meditation of the Week: Feeling Anxious? Be Alert!

Feeling Anxious? Be Alert! Meditation technique to do in a moment, any time, any place to enhance your everyday life at work, at home, and at play.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

16 Little Things You Can Do For Someone With Anxiety

Be a person who someone with anxiety knows they can count on when they're having problems.

Health & Fitness | Health News

Anxiety - Research Sheds Light on Why the Worry

People with anxiety have an extraordinary ability to anticipate potential problems. This makes them great to be with – they are the ones with the plan B, the plan C, the spare batteries, the phone charger and the escape route. Being able to anticipate

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help!

When Is It OK To Claim You're 'Having A Panic Attack?'

Throwing around mental health-related terms in a casual manner perpetuates a negative stereotype about people with mental illness.

Miscellaneous | Judaism

10 Ways to Stop Worrying and Start Living - Personal Growth

I’m very anxious about all the terrible things that can happen. We live in such a dangerous world, and so many people are suffering. I’m always terrified that some calamity is going to befall me or those whom I love, G‑d forbid.

Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness

How Probiotics May Ward Off Depression And Anxiety

In recent years, neuroscientists have become increasingly interested in the idea that there may be a powerful link between the human brain and gut bacteria. And while a growing body of research has pr

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help

5 Qualities That Tell You a Therapist Is Effective

2. They see you as a partner, not just a patient.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

How to Beat Interview Anxiety

Do you have a big interview coming up, for a job or a new client or something else altogether? It can be pretty scary, but there are ways to conquer your interview anxiety. These tips may help.

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder: An Owner's Manual For The Uninitiated | Meredith Arthur

A friend put it well: "I realized that I did everything in a rush. Even simple things like brushing my teeth or making coffee. And 80 percent of what I do on a typical day does not require hurrying and rushing. That creates a lot of stress and worry

Home Improvement | In the Garden

Allotment gardening 'can boost mental well-being', according to study - BBC News

Spending time gardening in an allotment can improve mood and self-esteem, a university study says.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help!

Eating to Beat Stress and Depression | HealthyWomen

Macaroni and cheese, chocolate chip cookies, fried chicken, ice cream—these are some of the foods women turn to for comfort when we're feeling emotionally strained, depleted or depressed.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help!

Learning to Self-Manage Stress and Lower Performance Anxiety

Regardless of whether you're on a stage singing a song, in an office giving a presentation, public speaking, taking a test, running a football or fighting a tiger, your fight or flight system operates in the exact same way. So what can you do about it?

Health & Fitness | Health News

What Picky Eating Might Mean for Children Later

Moderate and severe cases of selective eating were associated with elevated symptoms of anxiety and depression in later years, a new study found.

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The 3 Most Delightful Techniques to Defeat Your Stress | Tom Casano

We've all been stressed before. And it can create knots in your back, arguments in your relationships, and affect your performance at work. Whether it's meeting deadlines for an assignment, getting g

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Science Finds Even More Evidence That Anxiety Isn't Just 'All In Your Head'

One of the largest misconceptions about anxiety is that the disorder is something people "bring upon themselves," a concept that is as malignant as it is incorrect. Adding to the evidence against this

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

3 Simple Ways to Control Your Emotions in the Moment

Have you lost control of your emotions? What do you do right now, in the moment, to get yourself back on track? Here are three easy things you can start doing right away.

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3 Steps to Stopping Self-Blame in its Tracks

Do you constantly cycle through self-blame, even when it's not your fault? Use these easy tools to stop self-blame before it takes hold of your self-esteem.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help!

Fear Of Rejection: 2 Ways To Beat It, Backed By Research

Fear of rejection is universal. But research has answers to the right way to approach situations where we might be rejected -- and how to cope when it does.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

Feeling Angry? Take a Nap

University of Michigan psychologists make the case for a workplace nap room in an upcoming issue of the journal Personality and Individual Differences.

Advice & Self-Help | Advice

Unexpected Cure for 3 A.M. Anxiety | Millie Grenough

One of those crazy mornings. Awake at 3 a.m., thunderstorm outside, mind thrashing with things I must do today... and tomorrow... and the next day... I must be nuts if I think I can carry it all off