anxiety
A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?
Supporting Loved Ones with Anxiety When We Also Live With It
Anxiety is a common and often debilitating emotion that can affect individuals and families in various ways. It can interfere with daily functioning and relationships, leading to feelings of isolation and distress. It can be challenging to support a loved one struggling with the same emotion when we are also struggling with anxiety. However, with the help of a trained marriage and family therapist, it is possible to learn skills and strategies to effectively support our loved ones while also taking care of ourselves.
By Geomara Flores3 years ago in Psyche
What Parents And Caregivers Need To Know About Teen Mental Health
How To Know When They Need Help You're not alone if your teen child is struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues. Many teenagers are still having difficulties more than a year after the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) joined forces with other groups to declare a national emergency in juvenile mental health. You might still wonder if the symptoms are simply a result of the biological and social changes that all teens experience as they approach maturity, or if there is anything more going on. How do you as a parent or a caregiver know when to bring up mental health with your teen and their doctor?
By Les Morgan3 years ago in Psyche
'StandStill'
He walked out the door and smelled the fresh air around him. Birds tweeted about and trees swayed in the soft breeze. While strolling down to the mailbox, he sighed a sigh so deep that the vastness of the sea even failed to compete. As he reached for the white envelopes, he wondered if he had received anything back from his parents. He grabbed them and turned to head back, but out of nowhere came a black crow heading right toward him. Its great black wings seemed to be all around, filling his world with rich blackness.
By Abby, Blu, Cloud, Resa, Amyda3 years ago in Psyche
A Timeline of How My Anxiety Symptoms Changed With Age
The first time I remember feeling anxiety I was five years old. I associate it with my first day of kindergarten, but I do not actually know if it was. Still, I remember eating egg salad sandwiches and finding a small black ball of pepper in mine. The strong taste could only be poison on my tiny tongue. Of course, a part of me knew it wasn't, but my life had changed so much lately. There were so many things I could not control: my parent's divorce, my mother's breast cancer diagnosis, and having to move in with my grandparents and declare bankruptcy.
By Alisan Keesee3 years ago in Psyche
Virtual Therapy vs In Person Therapy: Pros and Cons
Therapy is a highly personal experience. What works for one person may not be right for someone else. It’s important to be intentional about the type of therapy that you choose in order to make sure that it fits your needs, goals, and lifestyle.
By Samantha Jones3 years ago in Psyche
Am I Ugly? The Reality Of Low Self-Esteem and Self-Perception On Mental Health
Low self-esteem can be crippling and, if not addressed, can lead to further psychological issues. In this blog post, we will explore why our physical attraction to ourselves and others matters more than we think and how it can affect our mental health.
By Les Morgan3 years ago in Psyche
