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Why Women Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders (and How to Cope)

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Introduction Research consistently shows that women experience anxiety disorders at nearly twice the rate of men. Women face unique challenges that can trigger or intensify anxiety symptoms, from hormonal fluctuations to societal pressures and relationship dynamics.

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Transform Your Anxiety With This Single Step

The Anxiety Guy

This technique is a cornerstone of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), a widely recognized and effective treatment for anxiety disorders. To transform your anxiety, we must first identify these connecting ideas and examine them. This requires self-awareness and mindfulness of our thinking patterns.

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Alternatives to Xanax: Effective Non-Addictive Options for Anxiety Relief

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However, when anxiety becomes chronic or excessive, it can significantly impact our daily lives. There are various types of anxiety disorders, each with its unique set of symptoms. Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD): Characterized by an intense fear of social situations and being scrutinized or judged by others.

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Selective Mutism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Now Psych

Selective Mutism: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Selective mutism is a childhood anxiety disorder that affects a child’s ability to speak in certain social situations. Key Takeaways Selective mutism is a childhood anxiety disorder that affects a child’s ability to speak in certain social situations.

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Day # 153: Insomnia - Assessment

Bullet Psych

The most common symptom of insomnia is difficulty maintaining sleep, followed by difficulty falling asleep, with a combination of these symptoms being the most common presentation overall. Although insomnia can be a symptom of an independent disorder, it is most frequently observed as a comorbid condition.

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Much of U.S. Healthcare Is Broken: How to Fix It (Chapter 2, Part 7)

Mad in America

When antidepressants fail bring on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). The psychologist presenter just smiled because he knew the answer as well as I did, that a drug company would not fund such a study, which would pit CBT versus drug therapy.

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Day # 147: Bulimia Nervosa Part 2

Bullet Psych

Patients may hide symptoms or present somatic complaints. Optional Questionnaires : Eating Disorder Examination ( EDE ; clinician-administered), Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire ( EDE-Q ; self-report), SCOFF Questionnaire, Bulimia Test-Revised ( BULIT-R ).