Anxiety Mounts in the Wake of Recent Tragedies
Posted on August 18, 2012
People around the country were shocked and horrified by the unexpected attack during a showing of The Dark Knight Rises. The subsequent unprovoked shooting at a religious building has only increased worry and anxiety in the general population. If you're having trouble dealing with your fear and grief, come read about ways you can cope.
Driving Anxiety: Taking a Driving Exam
Posted on August 16, 2012
Driving anxiety isn't always confined to regular driving situations. Some people find taking a driving test to be more anxiety-provoking than driving in general. There are techniques for drivers who feel nervous on the highway and under similar circumstances. But what is recommended for people who are really just afraid of driving assessment?
Treating Driving Fear with Exposure Therapy
Posted on August 14, 2012
Is driving phobia starting to make you feel like you'll never lead a normal life? If so, you may want to explore professional treatment options. Exposure therapy is a type of treatment which can teach you to face your fear of driving and eventually move past it. Learn what exposure therapy is and how it can change your life if you give it a chance.
Massage Relieves Symptoms of Anxiety, Depression
Posted on August 13, 2012
Getting a massage is a relaxing and effective way to temporarily relieve stress. A massage increases blood flow to various parts of the body and releases tension in the muscles. Some people consider a massage an indulgence or a special treat, but it can have a number of benefits on your body and on your mind.
Sleep and Fear Extinction in Phobia Treatment
Posted on August 13, 2012
Sleep is crucial to our mental and physical well-being. Inadequate sleep has been linked to health problems like weight gain, and it can worsen symptoms of anxiety. A new study on treating people with phobias shows how sleep can enhance the effects of exposure therapy. Read to find out more.
Driving Phobia: Fear of Highways and Interstates
Posted on August 12, 2012
If you have driving phobia or driving anxiety, you may not realize that some people on the road are just as anxious as you are. Specific driving phobias can cause extreme fear in a particular driving-related situation. One woman thought she had gotten over being in an accident until she was confronted with a sudden, intense fear.
