Medical Review by DeAnna McGarity MD Summary Anxiety is a common condition in the United States, experienced by approximately 34% of adults at some point in their lives. It can be triggered by a wide variety of different objects or situations, leading to intense feelings of discomfort and affecting your
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary Engaging in pleasurable activities is beneficial for mental health, especially for those dealing with anxiety and depression. However, anxiety can significantly impact sexual health, leading to conditions like erectile dysfunction (ED). Anxiety-related erectile dysfunction stems from a variety of factors, including
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary For better or worse, anxiety is part of the human experience. It’s something all people experience from time to time. But severe, ongoing anxiety can significantly impact your emotional, mental, and physical health. In particular, anxiety can be associated with physical symptoms like
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary Anxiety and depression can impact daily life, making it challenging to engage in enjoyable activities. However, deliberately participating in pleasurable activities has been shown to significantly enhance mental health and well-being. Distress tolerance skills are crucial for managing intense emotional triggers
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary Engaging in pleasurable activities can benefit mental health for individuals dealing with anxiety and depression. However, alcohol consumption can exacerbate anxiety levels, leading to a phenomenon known as hangxiety, which manifests as intense feelings of anxiety following drinking episodes. Symptoms of
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary Anxiety and night sweats are interconnected; anxiety can trigger excessive sweating during sleep, leading to disrupted sleep patterns and heightened stress levels. Night sweats can result from various factors, such as anxiety, environmental temperature, or underlying medical conditions. Identifying the root
Medical Review by Heidi Moawad MD Summary: Many people use a melatonin supplement for sleep, but more research is needed to determine its impact on anxiety. Melatonin, a naturally occurring hormone, helps regulate sleep and promote the healthy functioning of your body’s internal clock. Some studies suggest that it may
Everyone dwells on issues sometimes, but ongoing rumination can worsen symptoms of anxiety, depression, and physical pain. We all ruminate or dwell on issues from time to time. Sometimes considering, and reconsidering can be a helpful strategy. But you may find yourself stuck in a loop where it’s hard to
By changing the way you talk to yourself, you can shift your thoughts, beliefs, and actions. Many of us have that nasty neighbor in our minds–the one that speaks to us in a way we wouldn’t tolerate from anyone else. And what makes this voice so challenging is that we