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 social situations can be overwhelming. However, social anxiety doesn’t have to be a barrier to finding love and building meaningful relationships. Here are some practical tips for dating with […]
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 releasing a flood of stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, that rouse the body for emergency action. During development, stress has often been regarded as a potentially disruptive force, […]
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 female, economic pressure, low social support, exposure to trauma, parental history of mental disorders, and anxiety disorders in close biological relatives.