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Mental Health

Anxiety Disorders

Expert information and cutting-edge research on different kinds of anxiety disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder, with inspiring testimonials from patient experts.

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Treatment

Should You Use Ketamine to Treat PTSD?

Our "Panic in the Streets" columnist speaks to a doctor who’s been treating patients for years. Here’s what he found out.

ByEddie McNamara

The Latest

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大麻可以帮助治疗强迫症?

Scientists thinks so. A new study found that medical marijuana drastically reduces compulsions and obsessions.

BySarah Ellis
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The Facts About Using CBD for Anxiety & Depression

There's a lot of buzz about the calming powers of CBD. We went to the experts and dug into the research. Here are the facts.

ByJennifer Tzeses
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Is CBD The Secret to Dealing With 2020 Stress?

With everything happening this year, a record number of people are turning to this buzzy alternative treatment. Is it worth a try?

BySarah Ellis
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Is Pandemic Anxiety Changing Your Sex Drive?

A lot of us are super anxious right now, and that can contribute to a decrease (or increase) in our desire to get it on.

BySarah Ellis
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Should Routine Anxiety Screenings Be a Thing?

The Women’s Preventive Services Initiative is recommending that all women over 13 years old get screened for anxiety, due to its prevalence and far-reaching impacts on quality of life.

BySarah Ellis
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Diagnosis

How Stress and Anxiety Impact Erectile Dysfunction

Some causes of ED can be related to feelings of guilt, shame, or worry. Here’s what you need to know.

ByJerry Kennard, Ph.D.
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Prevention

Classroom Interventions for Kids with Anxiety Disorders

Although anxiety does not necessarily impact a child’s academic abilities, it can affect their ability to learn. Parents and teachers can work together to help a child succeed in the classroom.

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Harrison Ford Talk About His Fear of Public Speaking

It is hard to believe, watching a movie like Indiana Jones that Harrison Ford is scared of anything, but in his own words, “It’s people I’m scared of.” [In Normal Conversation, 2000, Bob Thomas, Associated Press] Harrison Ford suffers from anxiety. I...

ByEileen Bailey
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Surprising Triggers for Anxiety Attacks

This is the Part V of V Share Posts pertaining to categories of “triggers” that can “get the ball rolling” or accelerate your anxiety. If you’re reading this post first, you may want to go back and read Understanding the Vicious Cycle of Panic," ...

ByJennifer L. Fee, Psy.D.
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Heart Palpitations and Anxiety Attacks: Should You Worry?

Many people experience heart palpitations during an anxiety attack. This pounding of your heartbeat can cause you to feel as if you are having a heart attack or as if you are going to die. The good news is that heart palpitations are often not seriou...

ByEileen Bailey

Meet the Experts

Eileen Bailey
Health Writer

Eileen Bailey is an award-winner author of six books on health and parenting. She specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Sexual Health, Skin Care, Psoriasis and Skin Cancer.

Amy Hendel, P.A.
Health Writer

Amy Hendel P.A.,The HealthGal, is a medical/lifestyle reporter, nutrition/fitness expert, Health Coach/brand ambassador.

Jennifer Mitchell Wilson
B.S. Dietetics, Dietitian, Health Professional

Jennifer is a dietitian with a passion for educating and empowering families on their journey through illness.