by Tyler Fordham | Dec 29, 2021 | Anxiety Disorders
Public speaking and meeting new people can be a major source of stress and anxiety–one that prevents us from speaking out, trying new things, or nurturing important relationships. When such feelings reach a level so severe that they interfere with daily...
by Tyler Fordham | Dec 9, 2021 | Anxiety Disorders
Acutely, the heightened stress of an individual with anxiety disorder can impede their ability to participate in work, family, or other social functions or fulfill their responsibilities. Stress-related dysfunction can significantly impact their overall quality of...
by Mental Health Rehabs Editorial Team | Dec 6, 2021 | Anxiety Disorders
No one likes traffic—that’s a given. However, for those who are more sensitive to stress, particularly those with some sort of mental illness, driving can cause our fight-or-flight response to go haywire and trigger a panic attack. Such occurrences can be debilitating...
by Mental Health Rehabs Editorial Team | Dec 3, 2021 | Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States, affecting over 40 million American adults. This misfiring fear response can range from mild—little more than an unpleasant inconvenience—to a debilitating condition that significantly affects a...
by Tyler Fordham | Nov 3, 2021 | Anxiety Disorders
Scared? Uncomfortable? On edge? Both phobias and fear can make people feel this way. The two are powerful emotions that can hijack our brains and bodies, overriding our common sense and logic. Ask someone what they’re afraid of and they’ll likely begin to rattle off...
by Tyler Fordham | Oct 8, 2021 | Anxiety Disorders
Affecting nearly one out of every five Americans, anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental illness in the United States. Characterized by debilitating symptoms of panic, fear, and stress, it’s no surprise that anti-anxiety medications have become some of...
