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***4 Techniques to Bust Your Fears NOW!***Dealing With Stress and Anxiety the Nutritious Way- Common Types of Panic Attack Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Andrew HunterMany people have found relief for panic attacks through therapy. Since every person and their situation is different, the time frame the treatment can take to show improvement can differ greatly. Sometimes you may need to wait a few months before you can begin to notice any ...
Views: 1313(1 vote) - Panic Attack Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from alley smithPanic Attacks are an emotional disorder which can completely take over your life. They make you extremely vulnerable, and you constantly question whether another panic attack is on the way. This sometimes results in sufferers being too scared to leave the house, in case they have a panic attack ...
Views: 849(1 vote) - Give Up My Most Prized Possession? No Way! - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Bill WhiteLet me share a cool story as to how I came to know and understand one of life’s greatest truths. Years ago, as my ex-wife and I were putting the final touches (as if we were painting a portrait) on our divorce arrangements, I was being asked to sacrifice yet more time with, and access to, my ...
Views: 3453(2 votes) - How to Deal with Panic and Anxiety During Pregnancy - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Andrew HunterYour pregnancy should be a great time of happiness as you await your new bundle of joy. But, sometimes a pregnancy can be riddled with unexplained fear, depression and even panic and anxiety. Anxiety is not rare. However, most panic episodes are not pregnancy panic attacks. Though there is ...
Views: 2208(2 votes) - Experiencing Life Balance Fatigue - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Bradley Ann MorganWe have all heard the collective lament, ‘My career is not exciting anymore. I don’t feel energized to go into my shop or my office. I don’t even have enthusiasm for the student’s sports activities at the high school. I used to love being involved in those games and the play offs. What’s ...
Views: 1512(2 votes) - How to Control Panic and Anxiety Attacks - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Andrew HunterYou might have the following symptoms when you experience a panic attack: strong amounts of anxiety, quick shallow breaths, feelings that you might be having a heart attack, seeing spots in front of your eyes, {and even blacking out if it’s really bad}. Learning how to cure panic attacks can ...
Views: 1258(1 vote) - Anxiety (Disorders) and Control - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Terry DixonIt lies deep within human nature … the need to be in control of our environment; it must – our very survival depends on it. We have an innate drive to understand things that influence our lives so that we can have some control over them, some control over our own survival and existence. Any ...
Views: 1058(1 vote) - How To Overcome Agoraphobia - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonOne of the most debilitating things of all must be to suffer from agoraphobia. To not be able to go out and walk around freely, or to just pop to the shop to buy a pint of milk or simply cross a street makes life very, very difficult. People who suffer from agoraphobia are affected in varying ...
Views: 3312(3 votes) - How to Relieve Panic Attacks and Anxiety - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2009 from Andrew HunterWith some work, and patience you can overcome panic and anxiety disorders. You already know how nerve-wracking it can be to have a panic attack. Sometimes the fear of getting another panic attack can take over your life and get in the way of everyday things. Sometimes you might even feel like ...
Views: 1094(1 vote) - Three Helpful Tips for Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Andrew HunterPanic attacks are a fairly common problem in our society. These panic disorders can vary from fears and phobias to OCD and other neuroses. So what are a few helpful hints for panic attacks that will help keep the problem under control? You might be having a panic attack if you experience a ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Overcoming Anxiety Through Community - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Bryan WintersCurrent estimates suggest that approximately 10% - 15% of the general population suffers from an anxiety disorder. These numbers suggest that as many as 50 million Americans may be experiencing symptoms at any given time. But what can we make of these numbers? On the one hand the sheer size of ...
Views: 713(3 votes) - Hypnosis Techniques for Relaxation that you can do yourself - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Cristian StanDo you find that you are suffering from a large amount of stress in your daily life? Is anxiety too frequent during your day? Do you ever wish that there was a way for you to relax and it wasn’t going to eat up a huge amount of time or completely empty out your wallet? If yes is the answer to ...
Views: 1439(2 votes) - How To Overcome Fear of Swimming - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonThere are very few people who do not like watching the natural movements of the ocean. It is a vista which is always moving and ever changing, presenting to the viewer an amazing cacophony of colors. Blues, greens, turquoise and grey all mix and blend together in this wonderful body of endless ...
Views: 2005(3 votes) - Where to Go to Treat Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Ross CormackA person is likely to become extremely fearful after experiencing a panic attack. Often, the individual feels as though he is dying, thinking that he is having a heart attack since his chest is tight and his heart is pounding out of control. Sometimes, the bowels can act erratically and cause ...
Views: 1057(1 vote) - Tips for Travelers Afraid of Flying - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Andrew HunterIn this day and age air travel is becoming incredibly common. We could be traveling to another city for a business meeting or escaping for a well-deserved vacation, air travel is here to stay. Many people these days are fearful of flying or must endure an intense phobia and anxiety about air ...
Views: 1322(2 votes) - How To Overcome Fear of Lifts - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonA fear of lifts may take many forms. Sometimes this fear can be felt as a vague unease, whilst at other times these tingles of anxiety can morph into a full blown panic attack. Anxiety over anything does indeed tend to escalate over time; what begins as a vague feeling of discomfort turns into ...
Views: 3430 - How To Have Driving Confidence On Unfamiliar Roads - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonWith an increasing number of vehicles traversing the highways of the world a higher degree of driving confidence is required to enable one to step out of their usual comfort zone. To drive on an unfamiliar road can be very daunting to many a driver. Roads and road systems can be very different ...
Views: 3617(1 vote) - Patience Impatience - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Bill WhiteA friend of mine loves to eat, and his food choices have traditionally been very poor. Over the years he’d become overweight, easily fatigued, and a lot less mobile than he used to be. Six months ago he had his annual physical. And though he’d always had cholesterol problems, this time around ...
Views: 1869(1 vote) - You're Not Suicidal, Homicidal, or Crazy... - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Bill WhiteYou’re visiting a friend at his 20th floor condo. He takes you out on the balcony for a marvelous view of the city. Suddenly you feel the urge to take a flying leap. You’re walking down the sidewalk and coming your way is a woman pushing her baby in a stroller. You can’t help but wonder what ...
Views: 2090(1 vote) - How to Stop Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Andrew HunterAre you fed up with panic attacks? Would you like to know how to stop them? I used to wake up in the morning fearing that I might have another one as soon as I set foot out of bed. My anxiety was out of control and I would sweat uncontrollably and my heart would race. Was I having a heart ...
Views: 1671 - Anxiety And Depression After Binge Drinking - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Nathan TylerOn the morning following a night of binge drinking, it's not uncommon to be in a mild state of anxiety and depression. Many people drink alcohol completely unaware that it's a depressant and not a stimulant as most people would think. 3 out of 10 of teens engage in binge drinking once a week. ...
Views: 10558(2 votes) - Finding Freedom from the Shame of Anxiety - Part I - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Jennifer Young, LPCOn the way to church Sunday I began to feel outraged. Running through my mind were all the different teachings I have heard about worry and anxiety. The outrage came from the fact that most of them left me feeling ashamed for my lack of faith. One speaker went as far as to call anxiety a ...
Views: 1267 - Panic Attacks Driving You Crazy? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Nathan TylerThere are people who experience panic attacks only when driving or behind the wheel of a car. Experiencing panic on the road is extremely hazardous for not only the driver of the vehicle but also other road users. There is always a risk when driving so it's not surprising that some drivers ...
Views: 1982(1 vote) - The Superior Colliculus. It's Not Ridiculous. - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Bill WhiteI guess when it comes to the anatomy and physiology of panic attacks and anxiety I’m kind of a geek. The stuff just fascinates me. What can I say? However, beyond the pure wonder of it all, a good portion of my interest is grounded in really wanting to comprehend that from which I’ve suffered ...
Views: 1760(1 vote) - In Search of a Phobia Cure - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonIs it my imagination or are more people suffering from phobias in the modern day? Perhaps this is the case, perhaps not; certainly there are more people who are willing to talk about having a phobia or suffering from anxiety. Phobias no longer have a stigma associated with them, and rightly ...
Views: 1116(2 votes) - How to Overcome Agoraphobia - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Mike SandersonAgoraphobia is the fear of being in places or situations from which it would be difficult, impossible or embarrassing to escape. This fear will often result in severe anxiety as well as panic attacks. It can rule the lives of those who suffer from it as they will often avoid places and ...
Views: 2978(5 votes) - Panic Attacks Remedy - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Ross CormackRelieving the effects of panic attacks can be a struggle and there is much difficulty faced in curing them for many people. There are some tried and tested methods to reduce the severity of attacks and deal with the symptoms. Firstly, turn your attention to the possible causes. It may be some ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - How to Stop Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Mike SandersonIf you experience panic attacks there are methods that you can learn that will help stop them. The key to controlling your panic attacks is to confront your fear and feel as though you want to experience a panic attack. By doing this you can disempower the fear before it can develop into a ...
Views: 1403(3 votes) - Beat Panic and Anxiety with The Linden Method - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Mike SandersonThe Linden Method was created by Charles Linden to cure himself of the severe panic and anxiety that he had suffered since his childhood. In addition to anxiety and panic attacks Charles also suffered from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and agoraphobia. He discovered that they all had the ...
Views: 2888(3 votes) - ***Healing Social Phobia - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Margaret PaulWhat is Social Phobia?Social phobia - or social anxiety - is the fear of interacting with others in various situations: groups, work, school, parties, on the telephone, in a market or store, and so on. People with social phobia experience extreme anxiety or panic when they know that they have to ...
Views: 5390(5 votes) - Ruminating? Try Headbanging! - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Glen CramMy mother once asked me if there were times when I would think of something I had either done or not done, no matter how silly, which just made me cringe to think of it. It might be something I said which I feared someone had interpreted the wrong way. Or which revealed something about myself ...
Views: 2140 - What does stress do to us? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Sue Heldenbrand· Stress can affect so many different parts of our bodies, from our muscles and tissues to our blood vessels and organs · It speeds up heart rate and respiration, affects our sleep · Stress raises blood pressure and body temperature · It can interfere with metabolism, appetite and digestion ...
Views: 1991(1 vote) - Where Do You Cast? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Kimberly Chastain“Cast all your anxiety on Him for He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7. I don’t know if you have ever been fly-fishing or maybe you have seen it on TV. When you go fly fishing you cast your bait way down the river and let it float. That way the fish does not see you and hopefully attacks the bait. I ...
Views: 893(3 votes) - Breathing Properly When Panic Symptoms Strike - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Nathan TylerPanic symptoms are not life threatening but can be extremely terrifying and lead to other conditions and disorders. People with anxiety disorder are much more likely to have depression and a sleep problem. Common panic symptoms include depersonalization, sweating, nausea and fear or losing ...
Views: 1582(2 votes) - The Secret to Combating Money Anxiety - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Helaine HarrisTHE SECRET TO COMBATING MONEY ANXIETY Helaine Z. Harris, MA, MFT Are you, or anyone you know, struggling with feelings of anxiety because of money? It’s a safe bet the answer is “Yes!” Normally I say finances and abundance issues are connected to self-esteem but right now there is such a ...
Views: 3389(1 vote) - Anxiety And PainSubmitted on Oct 13, 2009 from mona tobyHow Have Psychological Theories Elucidated the Nature of Anxiety: With Particular Reference to Panic Disorder Everybody has had experience with anxiety? Indeed anxiety responses have been found in all species right down to the sea slug (Rapee, et al 1998). The concept of anxiety was for a ...
Views: 650 - Do You Suffer From Driving Anxiety?- Discover How To Overcome It Now! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Charlotte WilsonBecoming stressed and suffering anxiety about driving happens to us all at different stages. That said, for an unfortunate few the anxiety and panic about having to drive can manifest itself into a condition known as “driving fear” One point to remember is that your condition is not life ...
Views: 925(1 vote) - How to Manage Your Worries - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Nancy LatimerWorry and anxiety are caused by your emotions. Worry is a normal response to uncertainty and we all experience uncertainty from time to time; however excessive worrying will drain your emotional energy, interfere with your day-to-day functioning and cause very high anxiety levels. The good news ...
Views: 3084(1 vote) - Living With A Serial Killer - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Liam O'SullivanIf a convicted serial killer moved in next door – would you choose to invite them round every day, feed them, ask them to stay over or even move in? Of course not! But many of us, every single day, live with the biggest serial killer the modern world has known – STRESS. We have invited it in and ...
Views: 1446(2 votes) - Possible Causes Of Anxiety Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Nathan TylerAnxiety symptoms can spring on us when we least need them. We start sweating and our hearts start racing at an interview. We get a lump in our throat and butterflies in our stomach on a first date. Talk about bad timing. You're probably wondering why our bodies would sabotage us in this ...
Views: 1170 - Dialing Down Anxiety - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken FieldsThere is little debate that most anxiety is a symptom of internal cognitive/psychological machinations. That is, we are thinking in a way that is generating the anxiety. We think in both mental pictures and internal dialogue and depending on what we are telling ourselves, and what we are seeing, ...
Views: 2130 - Understanding Social Anxiety - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken FieldsSocial Anxiety Disorder (Diagnostic Code 300.23 in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition – DSM IV) is marked by a persistent fear of social or performance situations in which embarrassment may occur along with an immediate anxiety response often reaching the ...
Views: 1172 - Anticipating Anticipatory Anxiety - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Ken FieldsYou’re going to the dentist – and you feel anxious. You’re about to go take a test, and you feel anxious. You’ve been asked to have a meeting with your supervisor, and you feel anxious. You might just be anxious anticipating another day! Anticipatory anxiety is a common discomfort for millions ...
Views: 1683(1 vote) - Overcoming Social Anxiety - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2009 from Stanley HibbsThere’s a fairly simple explanation for all social anxiety. It is caused by the unfortunate mental habit of “mind reading.” That is, we imagine what other people are thinking about us. “Do I look good?” “Do I sound intelligent?” Our unstated mission is “I must make them feel good about me!” ...
Views: 1198 - Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and D-cycloserine: Thinking Outside of the Box - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Bill White“Necessity is the mother of invention.” Always works for me. It seems as though it works for psychiatric research, as well. And that’s a good thing because I’ve become frustrated and puzzled by the lack of research and treatment attention panic disorder, all of the anxiety disorders for that ...
Views: 3729(2 votes) - Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Is Opening Up Worth the Risk? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Bill WhiteWithout a doubt, opening up has always been a toughie for me. Still can be. My issue has always been trust, trying my best to believe that those in whom I might confide will truly listen to all I have to say; and accept it, not necessarily in agreement, without passing judgment. God only knows ...
Views: 2735(2 votes) - Beat Panic and Anxiety with Panic Away - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Mike SandersonIf I had to recommend one particular product for anxiety and panic attack sufferers it would be Joe Barry's Panic Away program as that is the one that helped me the most. Whether you suffer from general anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, agoraphobia or phobias ...
Views: 1456(2 votes) - Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Recap of a Great Article on Temperament - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Bill WhiteI read a marvelous article several days ago entitled, “Understanding the Anxious Mind.” Written by Robin Marantz Henig, it appeared in the September 29, 2009 edition of The New York Times Magazine. The article was so good I knew I’d have to spread the word moments after I began reading it. And ...
Views: 1724(4 votes) - Autumn Calls Us To Change - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantIn my younger days I thought I could control change. I learned, and not quickly I would add, that no one can control or stop change anymore than one can hold back the tides or halt the autumn leaves transforming from green to gold. This brings me to today's topic of change and how to ...
Views: 1940(3 votes) - Eating for Mental Health - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMany people seeking help for mental health issues look first to chemical intervention in the form of a medication. There is another chemical intervention which you can utilize yourself - your diet. Having a healthy diet is crucial when trying to fight for your mental health, especially where ...
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