This fear may prove difficult to control, and difficult for others to comfort, which makes it one of the most debilitating symptoms of anxiety. Not accepting these unwanted inner experiences is the actual source of so much of our self-induced suffering. Many people with SAD have avoided talking to others for most of their lives.… Read More »
The complex interaction between anxiety and cognition: insight from spatial and verbal working memory. Induced emotional interpretation bias and anxiety. At a time when we bring so much of ourselves to work, mental health is still something we don’t like talking about how anxiety impacts work the office. Look for a therapist who specializes in… Read More »
When we’re stressed and busy, it’s easy to stop doing things that are good for us, like exercising, getting enough sleep, and eating well. Granath J, Ingvarsson S, von Thiele U, Lundberg U. The practice of yoga involves stretching the body and forming different poses while keeping breathing slow and controlled. What we learn from… Read More »
Circadian patterns of gene expression in the human brain and disruption in major depressive disorder. Other mood-enhancing activities include physical activity and meditation. Next time you’re feeling stressed, depressed, or anxious, try going for a walk or hike, socialize with friends or family, get lost in a hobby, or soak in a nice warm bath.… Read More »