The “anxiety” in this condition isn’t an actual fear of people (i.e., it is not a phobia), but instead reflects a fear of any number of social situations. The fear, in turn, leads people to avoid ...

Anxiety requires active treatment, because the disorder itself can have enduring effects on brain function. Apart from the physical discomfort and the prison of negativity anxiety brings, the longer ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Anxiety is a growing concern across all generations, but Millennials and Gen-Z experience and cope with it in uniquely distinctive ways. These differences stem from generational shifts in societal ...

For as long as I can remember, I’ve settled into bed each night ready to catch some zzz’s. And yet, as soon as my head hits the pillow, instead of falling into a blissful slumber, I worry. All the ...

Mind-body therapies – biofeedback, mindfulness, yoga, and hypnosis – provide a promising approach to the very common problem of anxiety in adolescents, according to a review in the March issue of The ...

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for anxiety disorders. In response, Northwestern labs are developing a range of tools, from online interventions to computational models, to address and explore ...

Startups demand constant decision-making and pressure-filled pivots, which bring big emotional swings. It’s no wonder anxiety shows up at every stage. But what if it didn’t have to be a liability? At ...

Doctronic reports that chest pain can stem from anxiety or serious conditions; knowing symptoms helps determine when to seek medical help.