Panic attacks can occur against the background of all anxiety disorders. They can also occur in people with other psychiatric conditions (such as depression). Some panic attacks occur in response to a specific situation. For example, a person who suffers from a fear of crowds may panic if the number of people she is with […]
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How Health Insurance Can Help Treat Mental Health
Admitting to yourself that you need therapy is an act of bravery, and chances are that if you’re reading this article right now- you’re at least considering it. It’s common knowledge that mental health services don’t come cheap, but there are places that can help or at least take some of the burden off your […]
Glossophobia: the Fear of Public Speaking
Glossophobia is a common social phobia categorized under social anxiety. As of this writing, glossophobia affects a significant portion of the American population. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), public speaking anxiety affects “about 73% of the population.” Those affected by glossophobia are often mistaken for simply having a case of nerves […]
Examining The Viability of Propranolol for Anxiety Disorders
With fears over a second wave of COVID-19 at an all-time high, there’s been a significant rise in anxiety disorder diagnoses among Americans. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness in the United States, affecting over 18% of the population nationwide before […]
Sominphobia: A real-life nightmare
Somniphobia is the fear of dreams and can also be known as sleep anxiety. Though there are different kinds and levels, it can be said that somniphobia refers to a generalized dislike or fear of dreaming. This can lead to either an inability to sleep or insomnia when attempting to fall asleep. It has been […]