Anxiety
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‘Scanxiety’ Is Real: Here’s What Can Help
Anticipating a medical scan or the results of one can cause fear and worry. It helps to acknowledge fears and work on coping strategies.
Can Beta Blockers Help With Anxiety? Here's What to Know
Beta blocker medications may be an effective treatment option for those who experience occasional, situational anxiety, but there are some pros and cons that should be considered.
Doomscrolling: Breaking the Habit
Endlessly scrolling through negative content on your cell phone – or doomscrolling – is an unhealthy but common habit, especially among younger adults.
Addressing Childhood Anxiety, Depression and Mental Health Concerns
Mental health conditions are rising in children and adolescents, but they’re also being addressed earlier with promising outcomes. Whether therapy or medication are involved, hope exists for those who are struggling.
Why Do People Have Intrusive Thoughts?
More common than you might think, intrusive thoughts are unwanted thoughts, images or urges that pop into your head seemingly from out of nowhere.
How the Loneliness Epidemic Affects Physical and Mental Health
Nearly half of adults report significant loneliness. With effects on physical and mental health, improving social connections is the best medicine.
How to Talk to Kids About Violence in the News
Disturbing images from war and other events in the news can have a profound effect on children living far from the violence.
How Parents Can Help Kids Manage Social Media
A new advisory from the Surgeon General warns that social media can pose a “profound risk of harm” to children and teens' mental health. Parents need more strategies than ever to help their children thrive.