THE COMMON DATING MISTAKES OF SOCIAL ANXIETY
Dating can be exciting and sometimes daunting for anyone, as it is one of those rare instances where we expose our true self to a stranger...
THE PROFOUND IMPACT OF STRESS ON THE BRAIN: UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE STRAIN
Stress is an integral part of our lives, and while some level of stress can be beneficial, excessive and chronic stress can have a detrimental impact...
HONING THESE ESSENTIAL SOCIAL SKILLS WHEN DATING
When it comes to dating, having good social skills is essential. Social skills are the set of behaviors, attitudes, and abilities that enable us to interact...
PRACTICAL TIPS FOR DATING WITH SOCIAL ANXIETY
Dating can be a nerve-wracking experience for anyone, but for those with social anxiety, the thought of meeting someone new and potentially having to navigate unfamiliar...
WHAT IS THE IMPACT OF STRESS?
Stress is a normal physical response to events that make one feel threatened or that upset one’s balance in some way. The nervous system responds by...
WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR ANXIETY DISORDERS?
Typically, genetic and environmental factors are risk factors for anxiety disorders. More specific variables have been identified such as shyness, or behavioral inhibition in childhood, being...
WHAT CAUSES ANXIETY?
Anxiety disorders run in families, and that they have a biological basis, much like allergies or diabetes and other disorders. Anxiety disorders may develop from a...
IS ANXIETY CURABLE?
The answer is a resounding YES! Anxiety can be cured with the proper treatment and lifestyle changes. The brain is malleable and new brain connections sprout...
ARE THERE LAB TESTS OR BRAIN SCANS FOR ANXIETY DISORDERS?
No, anxiety cannot be detected through a blood sample or an X-ray. Instead, a diagnosis is made based on the individual’s answers to specific questions and...
ARE SLEEP PROBLEMS COMMON WITH ANXIETY?
Yes, sleep problems are a common occurrence in anxiety. For example, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) list sleep disorders as one of...