Learn why anxiety happens and how you can work with anxious feelings in the most constructive way possible. If you have anxiety, you’re probably familiar with how it feels—racing heart, feeling like you can’t breathe, tight muscles, sweating. But what you might not know is that the physical experience of anxiety is a byproduct of the body’s threat response system. Learning why … [Read more...]
Ongoing anxiety can impact your whole body, from your brain to your heart, lungs, skin, and hair. Anxiety and stress can have a profound impact on your physical and emotional health. You may already know that too much stress can cause muscle tension and headaches. Plus, it can increase your risk of high blood pressure, heart attacks, and strokes. But there are other ways … [Read more...]
Many factors contribute to the development of anxiety disorders, including genetics and family history. If your family members have anxiety, you might be wondering about the chances you’ll experience the same issues. Or maybe you have an anxiety disorder and are concerned about passing it on to your children. Yes, there’s a relationship between anxiety & genetic … [Read more...]
Medical review by Dr. Davis LiuAnxiety is one of the most common causes of ED. Why? In the midst of a stress response, your body cuts off blood flow to your penis. Sexual performance anxiety, an aspect of male erectile dysfunction (ED), can be a common source of distress and shame. It raises questions about masculinity and sexual abilities. Due to the taboo nature of sex and … [Read more...]
For people who live with extreme anxiety, the experience can be so intense that everyday life feels impossible. Everyone feels anxious sometimes, and many can live and function with mild levels of anxiety. But extreme anxiety is different, especially if it’s chronic. It can be so debilitating that it interferes with your ability to participate in normal daily activities. If … [Read more...]
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