It is impossible to get rid of anxiety because it exists to help us, says cognitive psychotherapist Owen O'Kane. Instead, he ...

Health anxiety, often interchangeably referred to as hypochondriasis or illness anxiety disorder, is a psychiatric condition marked by excessive worry over one’s health despite medical reassurance.

Anxiety sensitivity (AS) is conceptualised as the fear of anxiety‐related sensations based on beliefs regarding their potential harmful consequences. Scholarly exploration over recent decades has ...

Waking up with anxiety is brutal proof that your brain knows no bounds: Even when your head is still on your pillow, and nothing has happened yet, that uneasy feeling can rush in. This contrast ...

Ever wondered, “Why am I so anxious for no reason?” It doesn’t take a genius, or even a psychologist, to tell you that anxiety disorders exist and are on the rise. Just look at the vast and ...

It's a vicious cycle, but the more you understand what is going on, the better you will feel. According to Fletcher, this all boils down to stress. Stress increases both our adrenaline and cortisol ...

Unless you’re director of panic attacks at Spiraling & Associates, your anxiety probably isn’t a welcome visitor when it shows up in the workplace. Whether it’s ruining a job you otherwise love or the ...

The holiday season, with its gatherings and celebrations, can bring joy—but for those with social anxiety, it can feel overwhelming. From the pressure to socialize to navigating conversations, the ...