Panic attacks are overwhelming, sudden bouts of anxiety. Symptoms of a panic attack are both physical and emotional, often including sweating, palpitations/feeling like you’re having a heart attack, losing control, shortness of breath, nausea, trembling, hot flashes, lightheadedness, feelings of detachment, and feelings of impending doom. These episodes occur “out of the blue,” not in […]
Social anxiety affects about 12 percent of adults at some point in life. Many people feel fear in social situations, even when no real danger exists. You may avoid conversations, events, or meeting new people. Over time, this can impact relationships, work, and daily life. The good news is that social anxiety is highly treatable. […]
The holiday season is here, bringing both joy and familiar stressors. Whether you’re cleaning, cooking, and hosting, or packing, traveling, and visiting, the demands can be overwhelming. This year, Thanksgiving follows a particularly tense election season. No matter who you supported, there’s a good chance someone at your table voted differently. Without careful handling, political […]
