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Published on: 23 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Catherine Richardson, LPC
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Clinically Reviewed by Catherine Richardson, LPC

How Do I Know If I Have Social Anxiety?

Published on: 23 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Catherine Richardson, LPC
  • Written byJessica Bloom
  • May 23, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Catherine Richardson, LPC
If you’ve ever felt intense discomfort around others, you’re not the only one. Social anxiety (SA) is one…
crippling anxiety
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Published on: 15 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • 4 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

If You Have “Crippling Anxiety,” You May Have An Anxiety Disorder

Published on: 15 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byWendy Wisner
  • May 15, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
I’ve had anxiety since I was a small child. It was manageable until I was 16 years old,…
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Published on: 08 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
  • 4 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

How to Ease Separation Anxiety

Published on: 08 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
  • Written bySarah Fielding
  • May 08, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
The term “separation anxiety” is sometimes used colloquially, like when you haven’t seen a friend or loved one…
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Published on: 01 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • 8 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety

Published on: 01 May 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byMarris Adikwu
  • May 01, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Updated on 3/28/2022 Anxiety can cause side effects that show up both physically and psychologically. Understanding the difference…
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Published on: 22 Apr 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • 5 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R

How to Cope with Climate Change Anxiety

Published on: 22 Apr 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Written byJessica Weinberger
  • Apr 22, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Jill E. Daino, LCSW-R
Last year, before the coronavirus disrupted daily life in ways we couldn’t have even imagined, Swedish teenager Greta…
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Published on: 07 Mar 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
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Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

Your Guide to Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Published on: 07 Mar 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
  • Written byMarris Adikwu
  • Mar 07, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
It’s quite normal to feel anxious when you’re faced with stress or difficulty. Anxiety is the body’s natural…
grounding techniques for anxiety
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Published on: 28 Feb 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • 5 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

8 Grounding Techniques for When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed

Published on: 28 Feb 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byShelby Deering
  • Feb 28, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
Updated on 1/8/2021 As someone who has experienced her fair share of panic attacks, I know the first…
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Published on: 18 Feb 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
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Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

Stop Googling Your Symptoms: How Self-Diagnosis is Dangerous

Published on: 18 Feb 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • Feb 18, 2020
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
I’ll be the first to admit: I love “Doctor Google.” For better or worse, as a very anxious…
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Published on: 17 Dec 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • 4 minute read
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S

Does Relaxing Make Anxious People More Anxious?

Published on: 17 Dec 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byElizabeth Su
  • Dec 17, 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
I used to believe that relaxing was a complete waste of time. If I’m feeling anxious — I…
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Published on: 12 Dec 2019
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ASMR Triggers to Help with Sleep and Anxiety

Published on: 12 Dec 2019
  • Written byLadan Nikravan Hayes
  • Dec 12, 2019
Have you ever watched a mesmerizing video — like those soap-cutting videos — and felt instantly relaxed, as…

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