Anxiety is a common mental health issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender. It’s estimated that nearly 20% of adults in the US have an anxiety disorder. If you know someone who is struggling with anxiety, it can be difficult to know how best to support them. That is why recognizing the…
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and loved ones. For many, Thanksgiving is a time to relax, reflect, and enjoy the company of those closest to them. But for some people, the holiday season is a time of great anxiety and stress. If you suffer from social anxiety, attending a Thanksgiving event can…
If you struggle with anxiety, one of the best things you can do to help manage the symptoms is to join a therapy program. Whether you do individual therapy or a group program, you will gain great tools for helping your mental health. In some cases, however, physically going to a therapy session can increase…
This is a big question for patients. It speaks to individual and societal expectations that we collectively heap onto medications. We see advertisements with happier faces after taking a specific drug, that we should “Talk to your doctor about.” We know of people who are taking antianxiety and antidepressant medications for mental health symptoms ranging…
Holidays are a time for relaxation and celebration. But for many individuals, it can be a time of stress, anxiety, and dread. Planning parties, meeting people’s expectations, and juggling different priorities can significantly affect one’s mental and physical health. However, with the right help and support, managing holiday anxiety shouldn’t be difficult. If you or…
Anxiety is much more than an apprehensive emotion. There are many different types of anxiety disorders with serious societal repercussions and debilitating physical symptoms. This can make diagnosis difficult in all individuals. However, teen anxiety can be more difficult to detect because teens may not express their symptoms to loved ones or caregivers, fearing the…
I ask this question because I sense patients are looking for something when I talk to them the first time. Perhaps they were unsatisfied by prior treatment efforts, are looking for better explanation of their diagnosis, or didn’t gel with their previous provider? I always ask what the person is looking for this time with…
As a psychiatrist, I can tell you that anxiety is the most common psychiatric symptom that makes patients seek professional help. It is also well known that psychiatrists and therapists treat anxiety using interventions such as medication and therapy, and that, when combined, these usually lead to the best outcomes. What appears to be less…
It can be quite a challenge for individuals who struggle with anxiety disorders to learn how best to manage anxiety. Fortunately, anxiety is one of the most treatable mood disorders people face. Millions of Americans every year seek anxiety treatment for issues ranging from generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorders,…
The fallacy of the Quick Fix for Psychiatric Medication and Crisis Management The above title may have you agreeing that there is no such thing as a quick fix when it comes to psychiatric medication for psychiatric disorders such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Yet, for all the education and advice that is doled…