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- Dear Dr. Romance: My girlfriend has a driving phobia - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2017 from Tina TessinaDear Dr. Romance I was looking at the articles on your website and I really liked a lot of things that you have to say about dealing with life, ourselves,others, and the interaction of all three. I am contacting you in hopes that you might be able to provide me with some advice or lead me ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - How To Overcome Anxiety - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Debbie WilliamsHow To Overcoming Anxiety Hypnosis can help you to overcome your anxiety as being anxious is a trance like state whereby you are almost taken over by your own thoughts and worries. Birmingham, West Midlands based Debbie Williams - who is a fully qualified and licensed trainer of NLP and ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - How Distressing is Social Phobia? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2004 from Michael RayelI remember a friend in college who would blush, sweat, and tremble when required by a teacher to speak in class. A few weeks before the presentation, he’d be anxious, agitated, and couldn’t sleep. Because I was still a student then, I didn’t have any clue what he was going through. But I knew ...
Views: 1633(2 votes) - How Distressing is Social Phobia? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2004 from Michael RayelI remember a friend in college who would blush, sweat, and tremble when required by a teacher to speak in class. A few weeks before the presentation, he’d be anxious, agitated, and couldn’t sleep. Because I was still a student then, I didn’t have any clue what he was going through. But I knew ...
Views: 1633(2 votes) - How Distressing is Social Phobia? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2004 from Michael RayelI remember a friend in college who would blush, sweat, and tremble when required by a teacher to speak in class. A few weeks before the presentation, he’d be anxious, agitated, and couldn’t sleep. Because I was still a student then, I didn’t have any clue what he was going through. But I knew ...
Views: 1633(2 votes) - Phobia? 7 Top Reasons Why Your Phobia Won't Go Away - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2008 from Suzanne ZachariaA phobia is an over-the-top fear of a particular thing and is the most common form of what is called an anxiety disorder. Faced with the object of fear, the phobic experiences feelings ranging from mild fear to absolute terror. A pounding heart, wet palms, shaking arms, wobbly legs, and nausea ...
Views: 3245(2 votes) - Why Do We Worry So Much? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2018 from Irving SchattnerIt seems that worry has become a normal state of affairs for many, if not most, people. One only needs to turn on the television to witness conflict, aggression, lack of civil discourse, violence, death, and destruction. Repeated exposure leaves some people feeling numb and desensitized, while ...
Views: 1668(1 vote) - "Driving Fear Program" Teaches People How To Overcome Their Driving Phobia – Tony Nguyen - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2013 from Suellen DillavouDriving Fear Program developed by Cheryl Lane and Rich Presta is a new program that provides people with books, audios, videos, and detailed instructions on how to control their fear of driving. This program also introduces to people innovative driving phobia treatments, simple exercises, ...
Views: 1237 - 3 Tips to Buy Kitchen Cabinets Online - by In today’s online evolution, it is possible to buy everything that you need online. Can you buy your kitchen cabinets online? When faced with such a question, a majority of homeowners back down saying that cabinetry is an important purchase that they can’t trust online dealers.
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Views: 93 - 5 Commonly Overlooked Drivers Of Phobia - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Suzanne ZachariaA phobia can be a source of terror, amusement, and embarrassment. Sometimes all three at once, even to the phobic themselves. Phobias range from the ridiculous to the downright dangerous. At the lighter end of the scale, there is the fear of bananas. And we all know someone who travels ...
Views: 1819 - 7 Top Reasons Why Your Phobia Won't Go Away - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Suzanne ZachariaA phobia is an over-the-top fear of a particular thing and is the most common form of what is called an anxiety disorder. Faced with the object of fear, the phobic experiences feelings ranging from mild fear to absolute terror. A pounding heart, wet palms, shaking arms, wobbly legs, and nausea ...
Views: 1664 - A personalized necklace for mom - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2020 from Wajahat AliMother's Day, Birthday, Christmas, New Year, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day or any other day is an opportunity to make your mother happy. And one way to make her happy is by giving her gifts. It may not be enough to show her how special she is to you, but somehow you can let her know how much you ...
Views: 833 - Anxiety at Night Can't Sleep: Sleep Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Brett ManniAnxiety at Night Can't Sleep: Sleep Panic Attacks Here, you'll discover what sleep panic attacks are, and, how they can be addressed. Sleep or nocturnal panic attacks aren't harmful, but can be scary. You'll also learn why it isn't your dreams that cause these nighttime attacks, but events ...
Views: 2165 - Discover Help for Panic Attacks Through Hypnosis - by Submitted on May 24, 2009 from Shayn CutinoDo any of the following situations sound familiar? You are driving in congested traffic and have to come to a sudden stop as a careless driver cuts right in front of you. All of a sudden, you are finding it difficult to breathe and you feel trapped in your own car. You are engaged in a ...Do ...
Views: 2063 - FEAR OF SMALL SPACES - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2019 from Ady ButlerIn the event that you have a fearof tight spaces, a dread of being caught, or a dread of lifts, you may have claustrophobia. A type of nervousness issue, claustrophobia is characterized as an unwarranted dread of little spaces and of having no real way to get away; the sentiment of being shut in ...
Views: 1205 - Fight your phobia - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2016 from Jessica CarterWe all are afraid of something. Girls usually faint when they see a small mouse or even smaller spider. Even the bravest man can become nervous when sees a huge, but not poisonous python or tint venomous elapid snake. One can suffer from a broken wind during the flight; the other one feels ...
Views: 1441 - Five Steps To Overcoming Commitment Phobia And Creating A Loving Life-Partner Relationship - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Janice BennettWhile I define "commitment phobia" as "an unrealistic fear of making a promise, a pledge or a vow to be a faithful and loyal partner to another person," many singles may also fear that becoming a committed couple means giving up, or losing, their independence. It's not uncommon for singles ...
Views: 8000 - Free Video: ANXIETY DISORDERS a Good General Talk - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2022 from James LowranceI am a fellow patient advocate and know well about anxiety disorders, having experienced them myself. Do I still suffer from this emotional neurosis today? Yes, but to a much lesser degree than when I was younger (now age-59, this year of 2022). Anxiety, whether chronic (generalized but strong) ...
Views: 585 - Having A Panic Attack Right Now: How To Come Down From An Anxiety Attack - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Brett ManniHaving A Panic Attack Right Now: How To Come Down From An Anxiety Attack If you're trying to treat panic disorder at the moment, then I know how tough that is. I lived with the same problems for many years, going right back to my childhood. And one of the things I discovered during my long ...
Views: 1287 - Health Risks of Steroids - by Submitted on May 08, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamSteroids or corticosteroids, are usually anti-inflammatory drugs. Such drugs are the synthetic form of cortisone, which is a hormone that is produced in the adrenal glands. Many kinds of steroids can be found today, like hydrocortisone, methylprdnisolone, dexamethasone and prendisolone. There ...
Views: 626 - How Can I Overcome Social Anxiety Without Medication: How To Cope With Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow Can I Overcome Social Anxiety Without Medication: How To Cope With Panic Attacks After suffering for years with shyness and social anxiety, I finally found some simple tricks and techniques that helped me to overcome my problems. What follows are some of those tricks and techniques that ...
Views: 1639 - How Mindfulness can reduce the symotoms of Social Anxiety - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2019 from Paul JozsefSocial Anxiety Disorder It is only natural to feel a bit self-conscious or nervous while on stage or speaking in public. However, if such situations invoke intense fear or panic attacks, these may be symptomatic of a condition called social anxiety disorder. The symptoms of social anxiety ...
Views: 1094 - How To Avoid Anxiety Attacks When Flying: How To Stop Panic Attacks While Flying - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Avoid Anxiety Attacks When Flying: How To Stop Panic Attacks While Flying Have a fear of flying? You've landed at the right place. Here, you'll discover lots of tips on how to avoid anxiety attacks while flying, and all without the use of drugs. The fear of flying is very common. ...
Views: 2314 - How To Be Less Introverted: How To Overcome Timidity - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Be Less Introverted: How To Overcome Timidity Learning to be less self conscious is not easy. While logic is telling you that not everyone can possibly be starting at you or focusing on you at a party, social event, or even at work, the mind thumps away the message they are making it ...
Views: 1895 - How To Be Less Shy: How To Remove Shyness And Fear - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Be Less Shy: How To Remove Shyness And Fear Overcoming shyness and social phobia is not easy. If you are going to try and lift the shackles it will require some dedication, persistence and thinking. Social anxiety can rear it's ugly head at parties or other social occasions, when ...
Views: 1296 - How To Combat Social Anxiety: How To Avoid Being Shy - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Combat Social Anxiety: How To Avoid Being Shy If you are trying to beat social anxiety, you are not alone. While it's very easy to think, and feel, that no one else understands the problem, then you'd be surprised. It's thought around 10% of people suffer some form of social phobia. ...
Views: 1316 - How To Cure Agoraphobia Naturally: Treatment For Agoraphobia With Panic Disorder - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2017 from Melvin SheltonHow To Cure Agoraphobia Naturally: Treatment For Agoraphobia With Panic Disorder Agoraphobia is the fear of open or public places, and can turn life into a waking nightmare. You are afraid to leave your house and you live in constant fear of the next panic attack. Your heart beats out of ...
Views: 2295 - How To Deal With Shyness: How To Stop Being Self Conscious And Shy - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Deal With Shyness: How To Stop Being Self Conscious And Shy Overcoming shyness and building self-confidence are two sides of the same coin. If you want to be successful at tackling shyness and unlocking yourself from the barriers it causes then there are some things you can do and it ...
Views: 1527 - How To Develop Self Confidence: How To Overcome Public Anxiety - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Develop Self Confidence: How To Overcome Public Anxiety In order to build more confidence, here are some little things you can do to give help you start out. First of all, you never want to think too much about what other people are thinking. Doing this will only make you more self ...
Views: 1456 - How To Fix Social Anxiety: How To Overcome Social Fear - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Fix Social Anxiety: How To Overcome Social Fear Social Anxiety shyness and social phobia are a problem that affects thousands of people. There are a number of strategies that can be used to either try and cure these phobias or at least, limit the effects so those suffering from social ...
Views: 1297 - How To Get Over Being Shy: How To Overcome Being Timid - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Get Over Being Shy: How To Overcome Being Timid Shyness happens when we become overly self conscious about ourselves. To stop shyness, it is important to understand that low self esteem has a close relationship with shyness. The lower your self esteem, the more shy you'll be. So if you ...
Views: 1816 - How To Get Rid Of Shyness: Ways To Overcome Shyness And Gain Confidence - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Get Rid Of Shyness: Ways To Overcome Shyness And Gain Confidence Being an active volunteer in your community can help you get rid of shyness. If you are a shy person, chances are you don't put yourself in leadership roles or join new groups often. Ironically, that is something that ...
Views: 1524 - How To Get Your Mind Off Something Scary - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2020 from Trevor DumbletonWe’re in uncertain times which means our minds can easily start thinking about scary things. Not necessarily the stuff of horror movies but certainly things that worry us more than we’d like. Fortunately, our minds are easily distracted which is just what we need to do to get our mind to stop ...
Views: 990 - How To Manage Social Anxiety: How To Overcome Hesitation And Shyness - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Manage Social Anxiety: How To Overcome Hesitation And Shyness When you are looking to overcome social phobia it can seem an absolute mountain to climb. The painful and almost crippling feelings of nerves and tension, or physical problems like sweating, blushing or trembling make ...
Views: 1969 - How To Overcome Fear Of Driving: Ways To Conquer Driving Anxiety - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Overcome Fear Of Driving: Ways To Conquer Driving Anxiety Driving anxiety is a very common form of anxiety disorder. When a person is inflicted with an anxiety disorder, one place his/her anxiety usually seems to come out is when he/she is driving. Even in cases where a person rarely ...
Views: 1447 - How To Overcome Social Awkwardness: How To Do Away With Shyness - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Overcome Social Awkwardness: How To Do Away With Shyness Shyness has been looked down upon in our culture. To be shy is equivalent to being publicly incapacitated. But is it true that all shy people suffer from social anxiety? The answer is simply no. Some people are withdrawn and ...
Views: 1322 - How To Overcome Social Phobia: How To Overcome Social Anxiety On Your Own - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Overcome Social Phobia: How To Overcome Social Anxiety On Your Own Have you ever worried that a minor public gaffe would forever ruin your reputation? The following should be very comforting: In 2000, Social Psychologists Thomas Gilovich, Kenneth Savitsky, Victoria Husted Medvec ...
Views: 1252 - How To Reduce Shyness While Speaking: How To Stay Calm In Social Situations - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Reduce Shyness While Speaking: How To Stay Calm In Social Situations Social shyness is a problem that afflicts many. If you've ever felt nervous at parties, weddings, or similar then you have some insight into just how difficult social shyness can be to come to terms with. Any ...
Views: 1971 - How To Remove Shyness And Nervousness: How To Become Confident And Not Shy - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Remove Shyness And Nervousness: How To Become Confident And Not Shy Do you ever go through the day with the feeling of wanting to talk to someone but then having a certain feeling hold you back? What about just being able to openly express your views to the public without a feeling ...
Views: 1331 - How To Stop Anxiety Attacks At Night: Nocturnal Panic Attacks - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Stop Anxiety Attacks At Night: Nocturnal Panic Attacks Have you ever heard the phrase "nocturnal panic attacks" before? Probably not. I know that I hadn't, even though I'd lived with severe panic and anxiety for over 17 years. But even though I wasn't familiar with the term ...
Views: 1597 - How To Stop Being Shy And Quiet: How To Overcome Shyness Book - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2017 from Brett ManniHow To Stop Being Shy And Quiet: How To Overcome Shyness Book While social anxiety and isolation are painful for those who suffer from it, it is important to make a distinction between shyness, and simply having a quiet disposition-especially in children and teenagers. Because mislabeling ...
Views: 2065 - I Am A Shy Person: How To Stop Being Shy And Nervous - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniI Am A Shy Person: How To Stop Being Shy And Nervous How often has "overcome my shyness" been your mantra after an unhappy night out, difficult social occasion or unsuccessful job interview? It's always easy to have that urge right after something painful has happened, but it's much more of a ...
Views: 1740 - I Hate Being Shy: How To Overcome Introversion - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Brett ManniI Hate Being Shy: How To Overcome Introversion A cure for shyness would be welcomed by millions, with shyness and social anxiety a prevalent psychological problem. In fact, social anxiety is now regarded as one of the most common disorders in need of treatment. The crushing feelings of ...
Views: 1476 - Interview Anxiety Attack: How to Get Rid Of Nerves before an Interview - Fear of Interviews Phobia - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2017 from Melvin SheltonInterview Anxiety Attack: How to Get Rid Of Nerves before an Interview - Fear of Interviews Phobia Job interviews are inherently stressful. Your livelihood depends on it, especially if you're currently "in between jobs." But you don't have to be at the mercy of your anxiety and stress ...
Views: 1585 - Overcome Your Fear of Not Seeing the Bottom of the Water - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2020 from Trevor DumbletonWater is a normal thing to be afraid of – it’s possible to drown in it, currents could sweep you away, all sorts of creatures (known and unknown) live in it. So it’s not unusual to have a fear of water. This can take all sorts of different forms – some people seem almost allergic to water ...
Views: 875 - Overcoming Fear of Death Anxiety: How to Stop Thinking About Death and Dying - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2017 from Brett ManniOvercoming Fear of Death Anxiety: How to Stop Thinking About Death and Dying When you suffer from any form of severe panic and anxiety, there will always be a handful of unpleasant anxiety attack symptoms that are associated with it. It's pretty much unavoidable. One of the worst ...
Views: 4826 - Phobias: Definition, Causes, Types, And Treatment Options - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2024 from asif sidiqThe article is developed in partnership with BetterHelp. As humans, we’ve developed a number of emotions since the beginning of time that serve to keep us safe. One of the most prominent and instinctual emotions we have is fear. Fear helps warn us when there’s a potential threat and protects ...
Views: 272 - Psychotherapist explains why we dream, why analysis is important and how to start interpreting your dreams! - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2019 from Vishwas Healing CentreWhen people think about analyzing their dreams, they usually think of psychics with crystal balls, dream dictionaries, or lying on a bed and psychologist tells them precisely what their dreams connote. But dream analysis is actually a valuable way to better understand yourself. Why We Dream: ...
Views: 1604 - Social Anxiety No Friends: Making Friends with Anxiety - I Want Friends but I Have Social Anxiety - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2017 from Melvin SheltonSocial Anxiety No Friends: Making Friends with Anxiety - I Want Friends but I Have Social Anxiety Social Anxiety phobia, or social anxiety, is one of the most prevalent psychological problems in the world today. It ranks only behind alcohol problems and depression, meaning that millions ...
Views: 1603 - Social Phobia – Types, Causes & Treatments - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2019 from Misty JhonesWhat is Social Phobia? People with social phobia are anxious in social situations and avoid these situations. They are afraid of being rejected and often feel insecure. Sometimes fear can take the form of a panic attack. Then these fears become annoying and people start to avoid these ...
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