Anxiety
Anxiety isn't always a bad thing. In fact, it can motivate you and help you to stay focused under pressure. But when worries, fears, or panic attacks start to get in the way of your life, you may be suffering from an anxiety disorder. Whatever form of anxiety you're dealing with, there are many things you can do to gain peace of mind and take back control of your life.
Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Attacks
It’s normal to feel anxious when facing a challenging situation, but if worries and fears are impacting your daily life, there are steps you can take to regain control.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Do you worry excessively about things that are unlikely to happen, or feel tense and anxious all day long? These steps can help you calm your anxious mind and regain a sense of hope.
How to Stop Worrying
If you're preoccupied with "what ifs" and worst-case scenarios, you can train your brain to stay calm and look at life from a more balanced perspective.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
If obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors interfere with your daily life, these self-help strategies can help you break free and regain control.
Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder
Ever experienced a sudden surge of overwhelming anxiety and fear? Then you’re familiar with the feeling of having a panic attack. With the right treatment and self-help, you can overcome the symptoms.
Phobias and Irrational Fears
When fears become so severe that they cause tremendous anxiety, they’re called phobias. But no matter how overwhelming your phobia seems, it can be overcome.
Separation Anxiety and Separation Anxiety Disorder
It’s natural for a young child to feel anxious when you say goodbye. But if your child's anxieties get in the way of school or other activities, there are steps you can take to ease their fears.
Social Anxiety Disorder
No matter how painfully shy you may be or how bad the butterflies, you can learn to be comfortable in social situations and reclaim your life.
Cutting and Self-Harm
If you want to stop cutting or self-harming but don’t know how, remember this: you deserve to feel better, and you can get there without hurting yourself.
Therapy for Anxiety Disorders
You don’t have to live with anxiety and fear. Treatment can help, and for many anxiety problems, therapy is a good place to start.
Anxiety Medications
When you’re overwhelmed by panic, paralyzed by fear, or exhausted from worrying, you’ll do just about anything to get relief. And while medication may help, drugs aren't always the best answer.
