If you’ve ever felt emotionally wrecked by a small criticism or deeply anxious over perceived rejection, you’re not alone, and there may be a name for what you’re feeling. Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is an intense emotional reaction to real or perceived rejection, criticism or failure. For people who experience it, the response goes far […]
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Adult ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting focus, impulse control and organization, and it often continues from childhood into adulthood. Although ADHD is commonly associated with children, it doesn’t disappear with age. In fact, many adults live with ADHD for years before realizing they have it. The symptoms may differ
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What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder? Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health condition in which a person becomes obsessively focused on perceived flaws in their appearance — flaws that are often minor or not visible to others at all. This fixation can lead to intense emotional distress, social isolation and repeated behaviors such as mirror
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Benzodiazepine abuse refers to the misuse of prescription sedatives like Xanax, Ativan or Valium, which can lead to dependence, overdose and serious mental and physical health risks. Benzodiazepines, often called benzos, are commonly prescribed to treat anxiety, panic disorders, insomnia and seizures. When used as directed, they can offer short-term relief for overwhelming symptoms. But
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What is a Phobia? A phobia is an intense, irrational fear of a specific object, activity or situation that can significantly disrupt daily life and mental health. While everyone experiences fear at times, phobias are different. They trigger overwhelming anxiety, avoidance behaviors and emotional distress that go beyond typical fear responses. These reactions can interfere
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If you’re overwhelmed, panicking or can’t stop your thoughts from racing, there are ways to reduce anxiety immediately and calm both your body and mind. Anxiety can strike without warning — during a meeting, in traffic or even when you’re just sitting quietly — and it affects more than 300 million people worldwide. While long-term
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Anxiety disorders will affect about one-third of adults and adolescents in the United States at some point in their lives. Fortunately, there are residential and outpatient treatment programs specifically designed to address anxiety-related mental health conditions. If your symptoms are severe, unmanageable or interfering with your day-to-day ability to function, you can check yourself into
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Yes—several medication types may ease anxiety: SSRIs and SNRIs (first-line options) Benzodiazepines (short-term relief) Beta blockers for physical symptoms If you’re struggling with anxiety, you’re not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the United States, affecting approximately 18% of Americans over age 18 in 2022. While therapy and lifestyle changes
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Whether it’s a noisy room, a hectic day or an intense emotional conversation, feeling overstimulated is a common experience for many people. For some, it passes quickly. For others, especially those with sensory sensitivities, trauma or neurodivergence, overstimulation can be deeply disruptive and difficult to manage. Learning to recognize, prevent and recover from overstimulation is
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Quick tools can help identify anxiety symptoms: GAD-7 is widely used for screening Self-checks aren’t a diagnosis Use results to guide next steps with a provider Have you ever felt your heart race before a big meeting, lost sleep over a problem that hasn’t happened yet or noticed worry taking up more space in your
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