Video by Jenny, text by Dr. Carandang Hi, it’s Jenny at AnxietyBoss.com. Our question today is from Robert in Burlington, Vermont. Can stress cause panic attacks? Yes, stress can trigger or exacerbate panic attacks. When your stressors are unmanageable and you start developing panic attacks, it’s time to seek help. There are excellent resources available […]
How do other people stay calm when they travel by plane?
Video by Jenny, text by Dr. Carandang Hi. It’s Jenny at AnxietyBoss.com. Our question today is from Sam in Portland. I am terrified of flying. After hearing treacherous stories of plane crashes and tragic events, how do other people stay calm when they travel? It’s because the other people you see on the plane who […]
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Should I go off antidepressants for anxiety?
Video by Jenny, text by Dr. Carandang Hi, it’s Jenny at AnxietyBoss.com. Our question today is from Jeanine in St. Louis. I have been on antidepressants for anxiety since I was a child. I am definitely addicted and I hate it. Now that I am older, I am looking for a healthy way to finally […]
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What are some non-medication ways to deal with a panic attack?
Video by Jenny, text by Dr. Carandang Hi, it’s Jenny with AnxietyBoss.com. Our question today comes to us from Jeana in Longview, Texas. What are some non-medication ways to deal with a panic attack? Panic attacks can be very frightening. Typical symptoms of a panic attack include a racing heart, shortness of breath, sweating, tingling […]
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How Is Shyness Different From Social Anxiety Disorder?
There are numerous advertisements from pharmaceutical companies to consumers that list the symptoms of social anxiety disorder, and if you have these symptoms, you are encouraged to visit your doctor. However, there will be many more people with shyness rather than social anxiety disorder. Shyness is a normal personality trait, whereas social anxiety disorder, also […]
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What Are Some Foods That Help With Anxiety?
There are several options for foods that decrease anxiety. Anxiety disorders usually require psychotherapy or counselling, or prescription medication for cases that do not respond to psychotherapy or for cases that are severe. For those who are not able to access a counsellor or refuse to see one, then you can look into self-help interventions […]
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What Is The Difference Between An Asthma Attack And A Panic Attack?
Oftentimes, it is difficult to tell the difference between an asthma attack and a panic attack. It is important to know the difference, as an asthma attack may need urgent medical treatment to prevent asphyxiation. A panic attack is treated a different way, and does not require emergency medical treatment. The main difference between […]
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What Is The Difference Between Anxiety And Depression?
Anxiety is the fear of some unknown or future threat, whereas depression is feeling blue and having low moods. Anxiety is worry about the future, whereas depression is regret about the past. Anxiety makes you worry, whereas depression makes you sad. Anxiety makes your fret over things, whereas depression makes you not care. Anxiety is […]
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What Are Some Anxiety Home Remedies?
The appeal of home remedies for anxiety is understandable…anxiety is a common symptom, just like the common cold, headaches, and muscular pain. So when you get unbearable anxiety, you naturally want to see if you can do something for yourself with a home remedy. So we have home remedies for other symptoms like the common […]
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What Medications Are Used To Treat Anxiety Disorder?
Update: For a full list of medications used to treat anxiety disorders, please see: Prescription Drugs There are multiple medications used to treat anxiety disorder. These include prescription medications such as benzodiazepines, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI), and beta blockers. In addition, there are over the counter (OTC) medications for […]
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