One particularly anxious calendar year, I spent upwards of $8,000 on out-of-pocket medical expenses. I had twice visited the emergency room for vague but scary discomforts, such as dizziness and chest tightness….
Are You Introverted, Socially Anxious, or Both?
nikki_meel/Envato Elements Eli and Zoe are invited to the same party, and both are free that night. However, they each make excuses for why they can’t come and are motivated by different…
An Excessive Devotion to Work Camouflages and Drives Anxiety
Worry has traveled with me most of my life. I longed to know that things were going to be okay. Whatever that meant. I have this random memory, age 7, sitting in…
Better Blood Pressure Is at the Tip of Your Nose
Sometimes it is hard to just pause, breathe, and calm down. We use this type of phrasing figuratively all the time but there are many real indicators of the benefits of taking…
How to Listen When the World Seems to be Falling Apart
The recent attacks and increased conflict in the Middle East are having devastating impacts on families and people all over the world. We pray for peace and resolution of these conflicts and…
Why Are Men Contemplating Ancient Rome?
Source: pierrma pietro marini / Pexels In a recent Saturday Night Live (SNL) sketch, a woman worries about her husband because he seems adrift as he stares blankly into space. Is he…
Contraceptives and Mental Health |
Source: Africa Studio/ Shutterstock In recent years, our understanding of the intricate relationship between hormones and mental health has deepened significantly. From the rollercoaster of emotions during menstruation to the emotional challenges…
Can Casual Sex Deliver Emotional Relief?
In times of heightened stress, uncertainty, and traumatic events, people often find themselves questioning their behaviors and coping mechanisms. It’s not uncommon to hear queries like, “Is it normal for me to…
Giving Anxiety an Eviction Notice
Anxiety robs people of their confidence, injects unnecessary worry into their lives, and holds them back from reaching their potential. This is a huge problem that affects approximately 30 percent of adults…
8 Ways Parents Increase Children’s Anxiety
Parents play a crucial role in shaping their children’s emotional well-being, and unintentional actions or behaviors may contribute to the development of anxiety in children. Here are some ways in which parents…