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- Anxiety Disorders - Drug and Alcohol Abuse - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2010 from Robert And Shelley JakobsenAnxiety disorders are serious medical illnesses that affect approximately 19 million American adults. These disorders fill people's lives with overwhelming anxiety and fear. Unlike the relatively mild, brief anxiety caused by a stressful event such as a business presentation or a first date, ...
Views: 2243(1 vote) - 3 Reasons Why I Think Anxiety Therapy Sucks - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2014 from Dennis SimsekMany people over the years have asked me a question that I feel I should address in one of my posts, and that question is what do I think about therapy. Well, in a nutshell I think that psychotherapy is a complete waste of time and money, due to the length of time it takes to see any kind of ...
Views: 2207 - 10 Ways to Eliminate Stress - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Teal ScottSometimes it can seem as if there’s nothing you can do about your stress level. When you are operating from your logical brain, the brain says things like… “The bills aren’t going to stop coming, there will never be more hours in the day for all of the errands I need to run, and my career and ...
Views: 2196(1 vote) - Panic Attacks and Mitral Valve Prolapse: A Mimicker's Deception - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Bill WhiteA mimicker is a symptom or disorder that fools its victim, as well as medical and psych professionals, into believing he/she is suffering from something other than the true cause of the problem. And the likeness is so striking that the mimicked issue gets all the attention, allowing the real ...
Views: 2187 - Better Breathing And Health through the Buteyko Method - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2010 from Barnett ( Bud ) WeissThe Buteyko method Developed by Dr. Konstantin Buteyko (Russia 1923-2003) involves a total approach to health. It includes not only special breathing exercises but principles for exercise, food, and sleeping that Dr. Konstantin Buteyko considered vital in order to maintain or restore balance and ...
Views: 2183 - How I overcame my anxiety attacks - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Justin HansenBack a few years ago I was sitting in my office, quite relaxed, I had a very quaint little book store where I worked only 7 hours a day and had about 4 months holiday throughout the whole year… it was a dream job alright! So I was sitting at my computer and suddenly felt a flutter in my ...
Views: 2178(1 vote) - Anxiety at Night Can't Sleep: Sleep Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Brett ManniAnxiety at Night Can't Sleep: Sleep Panic Attacks Here, you'll discover what sleep panic attacks are, and, how they can be addressed. Sleep or nocturnal panic attacks aren't harmful, but can be scary. You'll also learn why it isn't your dreams that cause these nighttime attacks, but events ...
Views: 2163 - How To Break Anxiety Cycle: Anxiety Cycle Of Negative Thinking - Breaking The Cycle Of Anxiety - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2017 from Melvin SheltonHow To Break Anxiety Cycle: Anxiety Cycle Of Negative Thinking - Breaking The Cycle Of Anxiety A panic attack is a sudden experience of extreme anxiety and fear. It occurs without warning and for no particular reasons. The symptoms of these attacks include heart palpitations, headaches, ...
Views: 2157 - What is Causing Your Panic Attacks? - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Dan DeLucaIn order to start to eliminate your panic, it's critical for you to be aware of what causes panic attacks. When you know what causes a panic attack, you can be prepared and alert to the signs and symptoms. Awareness is the first step to devising any kind of change, for if you are not aware, then ...
Views: 2143 - Anxiety Attack First Aid Kit - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2013 from Dennis SimsekIt is rather simple to mistakenly take an anxiety attack for a real heart attack. In fact, most casual observers would not even know the difference between the two if they see it happening right before their eyes. The clear signs of an anxiety attack reflect the commonly known signs of a heart ...
Views: 2141 - 5 Reasons For Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Greg MorrisonPanic attacks are very intense and debilitating experiences. The symptoms are very severe in nature and completely shake up a person. When a person is struck by a panic attack, it comes all of a sudden without any pre-warning and the body goes into overdrive. The person will see his heart ...
Views: 2136(2 votes) - Facing Your Fear to Relieve Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Eric RyanAs the old saying goes: “If a horse throws you, get back on the horse right away!” In a nutshell, these words of wisdom highlight the essential step in overcoming fears–you have to get back on the horse! The technical term for confronting fears as opposed to avoiding them is called “Exposure.” ...
Views: 2121(2 votes) - Online Mindfulness Therapy for Anxiety & Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Peter StrongPanic disorder affects between 3 and 6 million Americans, and is twice as common in women. We all experience panic at some time in our lives, but those suffering from panic disorder experience panic attacks on a daily basis, and this form of anxiety can severely reduce the quality of life, ...
Views: 2121(3 votes) - Can I Treat My Social Phobias? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Lou Lou BrownMany people experience social phobia but do not understand what it is and without the knowledge of what it is, finding the right social phobia treatment program can be complicated. The general definition of social phobia is the consuming sense of fear in any type of social ...
Views: 2117 - Dealing With Irrational Fear - How to Deal With Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Thesie CortezFear is an important and useful human emotion. We all have it and it motivates us to be prepared and protect ourselves from an impending danger. Everyone knows how it feels to be afraid. Mild and reasonable fear is actually helpful, without fear you will not be careful or take the necessary ...
Views: 2117 - How to Deal with Panic and Anxiety During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Andrew HunterYour pregnancy should be a great time of happiness as you await your new bundle of joy. But, sometimes a pregnancy can be riddled with unexplained fear, depression and even panic and anxiety. Anxiety is not rare. However, most panic episodes are not pregnancy panic attacks. Though there is ...
Views: 2112(2 votes) - What Causes Panic Attacks -- Be Enlightened! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Jason KluberPsychological problems and concerns from panic or anxiety attack can be seen physically. That is why people does not want to have this condition because the symptoms that goes with it are very difficult and embarrasing. But, has it ever crossed your mind and wonder why do people have panic ...
Views: 2104 - Dealing with Anxiety, Fear and Panic - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Willie HortonWorrying about money, being anxious about job security, worrying about children, fearful of personal security, feeling inadequate – these are the things that occupy the normal mind. Unfortunately, psychology has proven time and time again that the normal mind is plagued by negative thought. ...
Views: 2103(2 votes) - When Anxiety Makes it Difficult to Work on Your Anxiety - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Jolyn Wells-MoranIt's possible to be so anxious that you can't focus on what you need to do to decrease your anxiety or, sometimes, even remember what to do. Every once in awhile, I see a person like this: He or she just can't seem to settle down enough to follow even very basic instructions. So, what can be ...
Views: 2100(3 votes) - 4 Natural and Healthy Ways to Deal With Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2018 from Jessica McMohenEvery human who has ever lived has experienced pain in some form or fashion. However, in most cases, pain comes and goes. You twist an ankle and it’s sore for a few days, but then it gets better. You have a headache for a couple of hours and then it goes away. You give birth to a ...
Views: 2085 - Social Anxiety Keeps Me from Making Friends: How Do I Make Friends When I Have Social Anxiety - Ways for People with Social Anxiety to Make Friends - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2017 from Melvin SheltonSocial Anxiety Keeps Me from Making Friends: How Do I Make Friends When I Have Social Anxiety - Ways for People with Social Anxiety to Make Friends If you are looking at how to overcome social anxiety, then you are a far from alone. Social Anxiety is one of the most common psychiatric ...
Views: 2081 - What are the Negative Impacts of Anxiety Attacks? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Lou Lou BrownAnxiety is part of the human makeup, it is there to help in dangerous situations and keep us out of harms way. We have all experienced panic inducing situations and as a result physical symptoms such as faster heart rate, trembling hands, increased sweating and shallow breathing can occur. In ...
Views: 2070 - Alcohol Vs Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2013 from Dennis SimsekAlcohol is a substance that should be avoided at all costs if you're consumed with generalized anxiety and experience panic attacks from time to time. Firstly, let's look at the reasons WHY I and many others may run to that fresh pint of beer from time to time: 1) Alcohol was a temporary ...
Views: 2057(1 vote) - How To Avoid Long Lines at Disneyland and Disney World. - by Submitted on May 15, 2019 from Hotels Etc.comHow to Avoid Long Lines at Disneyland One source of frustration for many visitors at Disneyland is the long lines for the rides. You can literally spend several hours of the day standing in line to ride popular attractions. These lines can be avoided in one of three ways. Get to the ...
Views: 2052(1 vote) - Shortness of Breath Anxiety: How Does Anxiety Cause Shortness of Breath - Can Anxiety Cause Shortness of Breath - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2017 from Melvin SheltonShortness of Breath Anxiety: How Does Anxiety Cause Shortness of Breath - Can Anxiety Cause Shortness of Breath Probably the most common symptom of them all with anxiety & panic is shortness of breath; some also describe it as a smothering sensation, or feeling like they are suffocating, like ...
Views: 2030(1 vote) - Nocturnal Panic Attacks Every Night: How To Deal With Panic Attacks At Night - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Brett ManniNocturnal Panic Attacks Every Night: How To Deal With Panic Attacks At Night Do you suffer from nocturnal panic attacks? According to some studies this is becoming an increasingly common side effect from living in modern society. The solution to dealing with it has been known for some time ...
Views: 2025 - Anxiety Attack Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Mike LaroosAnxiety attacks are scary and can be a crippling element in some people's lives. We all experience anxiety in different forms and most of us will experience at least one anxiety attack in our lives. It is important for the person who experiences them often, or even that one time, to understand ...
Views: 2021(1 vote) - The Upside Of Anxiety - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Ken FieldsAnxiety isn’t all bad; it has an upside. Anxiety can be viewed to have a functional use. It is not arising out of nothing for no purpose. Anxiety is a kind of low grade fear; an apprehension. It is a form of caution. It is an awareness of possible threat, of potential danger. This wariness of ...
Views: 2007 - What Are Panic Attacks? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Dan DeLucaIt's essential for you to be acquainted with the generally recognized medical meaning of panic and panic attacks. You want to be sure you use the most efficient, safe and fast panic attack treatment available! What Is A Panic Attack? Panic is a severe form of anxiety, which recurs, for no ...
Views: 2007(3 votes) - Don’t Panic! - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Tina TessinaThere is always something in the news or on TV to scare us. Hysterical articles in the media sell papers, and attract eyeballs to websites, but are usually exaggerating the facts. If you listen without evaluating what you’re being told, it’s easy to become frightened. There's a reason why I ...
Views: 2005(1 vote) - Fact vs. Fiction – Anxiety Disorders - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Joe TherapistAnxiety is defined as a feeling of worry, nervousness or general unease about an imminent event or a situation that has an uncertain outcome. While anxiety is a normal emotion that most people experience, there are some instances when anxiety and anxious feelings can become overwhelming. If your ...
Views: 1990(1 vote) - Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Your Primary Care Physician: Are You Getting the Best Care? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Bill WhiteI found an editorial in the March 6, 2007 edition of the Annals of Internal Medicine that I believe is spot-on. It was written by Wayne Katon, M.D. and Peter Roy-Byrne, M.D., from the University of Washington School of Medicine. The subject matter was poor treatment practices, as well as ...
Views: 1986 - Relieving Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Helen RylePanic attacks are very frightening. But what causes them and how can they be cured? Panic attacks occur when the subconscious mind relates a current event to an emotion from the past, this is called emotional resonance. All the person feels is an overwhelming desire to get out of a ...
Views: 1971(1 vote) - Defeat Social Anxiety Disorder Once and For All - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Gerry RestriveraIf your extreme fear or social phobia is preventing you from interacting with other people, you have to do something to overcome it. Knowing the best ways to defeat social anxiety disorder or social phobia is important to live as normal as you want. People with social phobia have extreme fear ...
Views: 1967 - Overcome Panic Attacks Now. 3 Sure Steps to Overcoming Your Panic Today! - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Helen TuckerToday millions of people have great desire to overcome panic attacks because the problem of panic and anxiety is becoming more and more pressing. And it is obvious because it is impossible to leave with sudden episodes of panic attacks. You feel that you are losing control and no one can help ...
Views: 1967 - Cuing into what makes you tick: Overcoming your anxiety - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Rhonda RabowWe live in an age that wires us to worry. We get way too much information from the tv, radio, and especially the internet. There are no more secrets and almost everyone has 900 "friends" keeping them busy every minute of the day. There is never enough time to do the things we want to do. We ...
Views: 1961(1 vote) - Nineteen Common Panic Attack Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Andrew HunterFirstly, before I lay out regular panic and anxiety attack symptoms, I’d want to take a moment to explain that a “symptom” is something that doctorstake note of to distinguish individual ailments and diseases. The majority of panic disorders are not medical diseases. They're behavioral ...
Views: 1959(3 votes) - Repetitive Anxiety Attacks- Top 5 Methods to Break the Cycle - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Gerry RestriveraIt is good to be anxious because it keeps us alert to avoid harmful situations but repetitive anxiety attacks without a reasonable cause are no longer healthy and good. Recurring intense fear over something that is not real is already a disorder and it is a serious problem. You have to find the ...
Views: 1958 - You're Not Suicidal, Homicidal, or Crazy... - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Bill WhiteYou’re visiting a friend at his 20th floor condo. He takes you out on the balcony for a marvelous view of the city. Suddenly you feel the urge to take a flying leap. You’re walking down the sidewalk and coming your way is a woman pushing her baby in a stroller. You can’t help but wonder what ...
Views: 1958(1 vote) - Anxiety and Panic Attacks.... Break The Cycle - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Ken HauserMany people suffer from anxiety and or panic attacks on a regularly. You should know that the anxiety you may be experiencing now, feeds off of that previous panic attack, sending your emotions into stressful worry and doubt, promoting that apparent hopeless cycle of fear. Fear of losing control ...
Views: 1955(2 votes) - The Untold Secret to Dealing With Panic Attacks Successfully - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Jason KluberI strongly believe that dealing with panic attacks could become a life-long journey plainly because not all of us knows how to stop a major panic attack. Sure, it can begin as a few panic attacks but it may get worse and come as a daily routine; that is if you do not do anything to stop it. It ...
Views: 1948 - What Are The Symptoms Of An Anxiety Attack - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Mike LaroosAnxiety attacks affect a variety of people and there are many symptoms of an anxiety attack. Knowing the symptoms and what causes them is a better way to understand anxiety and panic attacks. Various symptoms of attacks are things we have all experienced in some form: our hearts starts to ...
Views: 1939(1 vote) - Donkeys are more dangerous then airplanes! Overcome your fear of flying inside of 1 hour - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Dominic Knightor Airplanes? I was just reflecting on a holiday I had a couple of years ago and remembered an experience that didn't seem scary until I decided to go ahead with it. I had just arrived in Santorini, a gorgeous little Greek Island, and we had just got off the cruise that had brought us there. I ...
Views: 1937 - How to Tame the Stress Monster - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2016 from Noelle NelsonYou bury your head in your hands. You’d really like to run screaming from your cubicle, but for one, that would get you instantly fired, for two, your shoes are definitely not made for running. But the stress! Not only does your job stress you out, but there’s your family, friends, chores, ...
Views: 1935 - Help Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Mike LaroosThere are various ways to help anxiety and anxiety attacks. Knowing the methods and practicing them and following them will minimize and perhaps even relieve the worst events. It is key to recognize and understand the symptoms of anxiety. They are: - an increase in heart-rate - shaking - ...
Views: 1932(2 votes) - Your New Anti-Anxiety Morning Routine - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2013 from Dennis SimsekDid I ever tell you how much I dreaded that morning feeling? The feeling of having to get up feeling tired, groggy, and having to battle through another day with the unlimited symptoms that anxiety brings. I felt like I was always in a never ending tennis match with no changeovers to take a ...
Views: 1927 - A Time Proven Plan For Converting Anxiety and Panic Into a Positive Experience - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Tony CimbaCan we alternate fear with enthusiasm by flipping a mental switch? If you turn your anxiety and panic into a friendly ordeal such as inspiration, you can quickly eliminate the fear factor naturally. Yes we can turn anxiety and panic into a positive experience. Our first instinct is to ...
Views: 1921(1 vote) - Why Do People Have Panic Attacks? Here are the Answers! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Jason KluberThere are days when our panic attack is just so dreadful that we wish to take a pill so that the attacks will stop. Sadly though, reality sets in and we notice that this is impossible because none of us knows why do people have panic attacks and how to automatically stop a panic attack. Lives of ...
Views: 1916 - Overcoming Health Anxiety And GAD In 6 Natural Steps - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Dennis SimsekStep 1, Complete Acceptance – For people that are struggling with GAD, learning to have complete acceptance of the fact that you have an anxiety disorder (and nothing more) as well as accepting the temporary discomforts that come with anxiety provoking experiences, can become highly therapeutic ...
Views: 1912(3 votes) - ***Magnesium and Diarrhea - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Jason BrunsonIt seems that in today’s world we are bombarded with people screaming, “women need calcium”. There is so much fear of getting osteoporosis. People are taught that for strong teeth and bones, “You Need Calcium”. The truth be known, you need much more magnesium than calcium. Take for example the ...
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