The terms “panic attack” and “anxiety attack” are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same. In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), there is a definition of panic attacks but not anxiety attacks. The book does define anxiety as a…
Like so many people around the world, you might start your day with a beverage that contains caffeine. Found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and many soft drinks, caffeine is the most commonly consumed mind-altering drug (via Cambridge University Press). While…
When anxiety hits, it hits hard. If you’ve ever felt like your whole world was ending in a matter of minutes, you know what we’re talking about. An anxiety attack can last anywhere from a few minutes or a few…
Anxiety disorders affect over 30 percent of the U.S. population at some point in their life. They can range from generalized anxiety disorder to a number of different phobias (via the National Institute of Mental Health). They’re characterized by excessive anxiety…
Marijuana is often thought of as a depressant, as many people report feelings of relaxation, laughter, slowed reaction time, and even euphoria when using the drug (per National Institute on Drug Abuse). But did you know that marijuana is also categorized…
With the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, the U.S. legalized the use of cannabidiol (CBD) made from hemp. While there are still a few states that don’t allow the sale or use of CBD, products containing the chemical are…
Unfortunately, seeing a therapist and focusing on your mental health is sometimes accompanied by stigma. Regardless of whether this negativity comes from outside sources or is completely internalized, it is true that many people view mental disorders as a form…
Whether it’s situational or chronic, we’ve all experienced anxiety before. The symptoms are familiar: your heart pounds and your chest feels tight, it gets harder to breathe, and your hands get clammy. And all of that makes sense as a…
Everyone feels anxious from time to time. It’s a natural part of human nature. But some people can’t seem to shake the feeling that something is wrong. Their minds are always on, circling potential causes for the feeling. And when…
Anxiety messes with every aspect of your life. Whether it’s chronic or it comes out of nowhere only to vanish again, an anxiety spike will derail whatever you had planned. Of course some plans can be picked up again. Others,…