Imagine feeling trapped in your own home, unable to step outside without fear and anxiety taking over. This is the harsh reality for individuals battling agoraphobia—a debilitating condition that can shackle them in isolation. Agoraphobia is more than just a fear of...
Anxiety disorders are increasingly common in today’s fast-paced world. The pressures of daily life, work, and relationships—not to mention an increasingly stressful news cycle—take a toll on even the sturdiest among us and make managing stress difficult....
Anxiety disorders affect millions of people worldwide, causing distress and impairing daily functioning. Some find relief in traditional treatments such as medication and psychotherapy. For those who do not, the growing body of research related to alternative...
Those who struggle with anxiety won’t be surprised to hear that the present moment is driving a spike in anxiety nationwide. Covid-19 cases continue to soar (though thankfully appear to be declining), global instability is reaching a fever pitch, climate change is an...
The concept of comorbidity, as far as psychiatry is concerned, refers to the presence of two disorders occurring in one person at the same time. In mental health, the most common instance of comorbidity is that of depression and anxiety. While depression is often...
