anxiety

A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?

Are they talking about me?
Assume that every moment people everywhere are talking about you. The whispers and stares that people give are meant for you. This is how people with social anxiety disorder, or social phobia, feel whenever they are vulnerable and exposed to others. It is a terrible ordeal for those who suffer from this because it interrupts and restrains them for functioning properly in their daily lives. This raises a question of how something like this comes about. What are some possible causes of this and how can one overcome this? There are many apparent studies done that used social and physiological factors as possible causes of social phobia.
By Renia Pyles6 years ago in Psyche
Endings
Close to two years ago, I broke my own rule. That rule was to never make ‘couple’ friends. You know what I am talking about, right? You are in a relationship…certain it will be for the long run. Inevitably, the pair of you meet another couple your age. They share similar ideology and are fun to hang out with.
By Suzie Wargo Lockhart6 years ago in Psyche
My fight with the whispers
My first memory of something "wrong" going on in my mind was during a school trip in first grade. I mistakenly touched cow shit. I washed my fingers off it thoroughly and wiped it but for the rest of the day, I was questioning myself and making sure my fingers were clean. It ruined the day for me. I thought to myself how could this be?
By Shade6 years ago in Psyche
An Open Letter to Anxious People
Dear Anxious, Hi. Let me start off by saying that I know how you feel. No matter what it is you're worried about, or whether or not it's a logical concern, I see you. Your emotions are valid and you deserve the ability to work through them.
By (/)6 years ago in Psyche
Resilience
Being someone with a colourful past and dealing with anxiety, I am determined to be my most resilient self. It all started in the magazine section of my previous workplace. This ‘Health & Wellness’ magazine caught my eye; their focus for the month was ‘breathing’. Inside the magazine , the authors explain different mental and emotional inklings we deal with in our day to day lives and how to handle them in a more healthy, productive manner.
By Anisa Ali6 years ago in Psyche
Untwisting the Knot
I've always loved going to the gym. I love the feeling of my body working and the rush of endorphins it gets from being challenged. Sometimes going to the gym is my only outing, as I'm a student that often studies from home, and it's where my body finally gets its chance to work as my mind rests.
By Cassandra Lawrence6 years ago in Psyche
What it is *actually* like to have anxiety
Let's get real about anxiety disorders... The mental health disorder anxiety is much more complex than the stereotypes portray. That’s the case for most mental illnesses. Having an anxiety disorder doesn’t mean you are just a worrier or are oversensitive. An anxiety disorder often manifests itself in physical ways, not just thoughts. Although the thoughts can be horrible and intrusive.
By Rebecca Clark6 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety Brain
My anxiety started when I was young. I didn’t know there was an actual reason why I was anxious all the time. Growing up I would pick on my skin causing bruises and scars. I just thought I enjoyed the pain but later found out it was because I have anxiety and when I pick at my skin it became a regular habit.
By Tyan Toro6 years ago in Psyche
Yesterday’s Anxiety
On one the luckiest days of the year was March 17, 2020 as I was whisked away from my job. We were told to stay home until further notice. Of course I was happy because I didn’t have to get dressed and I felt it was similar to paid time off. Well all money isn’t good money.
By Mecca C Eaves-Glass6 years ago in Psyche
Happiness By Design
Alice Bouffant stood in front of the Jungle Boat ride at Disneyland and tried to calm her nerves. Maybe this wasn’t such a good idea after all. Her magic pill wasn’t working yet and she was starting to have a panic attack.
By Roberta Carly Redford6 years ago in Psyche
Should I Do This, Or This, Or That?
Living with an inner voice Hello Vocal friends! How are you feeling today? I am proud of you for clicking on this article and making a choice to be here today. I know first hand how difficult it can be dealing with Anxiety every day, morning, evening, and night. I found what best helped me is reading other’s stories, and experience’s living with Anxiety. It helps to make me feel not so alone, not "CrAzY". It’s hard to accept the harsh reality of what we have to go through every day, but just taking a little time out of our day to embrace our anxiety will help us feel free.
By a.secretcode6 years ago in Psyche
Anxieties
It’s honestly not the easiest thing to discuss but it’s also not that hard to feel. Although some might say it is all in the mind, or better yet “it’s all in your head”. And the people who say that rather try not to understand.
By Katherine Penate6 years ago in Psyche