Tag: Anxiety

Anxiety is one of the most prevalent mental health conditions. Anxiety disorders affect more than 19% of adults in the United States, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Anxiety is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors and could also occur due to a medical condition, such …

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Depression and anxiety are different conditions, but they commonly occur simultaneously. It is estimated that 1 in 5 American adults experience mental illness each year. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, major depression often accompanies panic disorder and other anxiety disorders. Even though both conditions have different clinical features, there is some overlap …

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Feeling threatened or under pressure while facing a challenging situation like a job interview, exam, or moving to a new place, is quite normal. Feeling anxious is often considered healthy as it motivates you to work harder and to do a better job.  But when anxiety persists or becomes overwhelming, and when worries and fears …

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Millions of Americans suffer from anxiety disorders and depression. These mental health conditions are a response to certain situations and many people manage them with medication and therapy. But do you know that certain foods can trigger and aggravate anxiety and depression? If anxiety or depression is impacting your life, here are 5 foods to …

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