Aside from the obvious compulsive behaviors a person with OCD displays, there are no physical signs of this disorder; however, a person with OCD can develop physical problems. For example, a person with a germ obsession may wash their hands so much that the skin on them becomes red, rawRead More →
Try these when you’re feeling anxious or stressed: Take a time-out. … Eat well-balanced meals. … Limit alcohol and caffeine, which can aggravate anxiety and trigger panic attacks. Get enough sleep. … Exercise daily to help you feel good and maintain your health. … Take deep breaths. … Count toRead More →
Gaslighting may lead a person to develop mental health concerns. The constant self-doubt and confusion can contribute to anxiety. A person’s hopelessness and low self-esteem may lead to depression. Posttraumatic stress and codependency are also common developments. How do you trust yourself after gaslighting? How to Learn to Trust YourselfRead More →
Your Brain Fog May Be an Anxiety Symptom — Here’s How to Deal with It Find the source. Prioritize sleep. Make time to relax. Meditate. Feed yourself. Move your body. Take a break. Make a plan. What is it called when your mind never stops thinking? Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)Read More →
People who struggle with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) often find themselves struggling with low self-esteem. They may have poor confidence in themselves or think they are worthless. This can be a harmful symptom of GAD with long-lasting implications. Are confidence and anxiety related? This makes sense, because living with highRead More →
What causes pseudobulbar affect (PBA)? Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Brain tumors. Cerebellar lesions (including spinocerebellar atrophy) Epilepsy. Multiple sclerosis (MS) Can you get PBA? PBA only happens in people with a brain injury or certain neurologic conditions,Read More →
Try these when you feel nauseated: Eat a small amount of something dry, like plain crackers or plain bread. Slowly sip water or something clear and cold. If you’re wearing something tight, change into clothing that doesn’t restrict your stomach. Try to calm yourself by taking long, deep breaths. WhatRead More →
Initially, a person may only experience a tremor in one limb. As the condition progresses, the tremor can spread to both sides of the body. Strong emotions and stress can make tremors worse. What does an internal tremor feel like? Internal tremor: This is a feeling of general shakiness, oftenRead More →
Excessive anger and anxiety can be harmful to your mental and physical health. Researchers have found, for example, that anger is elevated in anxiety disorders and depression disorders. What is frustration and anxiety referring to? Frustration: inability to achieve a goal in a timely manner. Anxiety: Worrying. Conflict: When twoRead More →
When you are anxious, some of the hormones and chemicals released by your body enter your digestive tract, where they interfere with digestion. They have a negative effect on your gut flora (microorganisms that live in the digestive tract and aid digestion) and decrease antibody production. Can stress and anxietyRead More →