With testing season underway in Virginia, experts are urging parents and teachers to help students manage test anxiety, which affects up to 60% of K-12 learners. Psychologist Dr. Tram Huynh recommends ...

I am a Board certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing in various clinical settings over the past 13 years. My extensive experience has included practicing in Acute Inpatient hospital ...

Throughout our lives we face loss, grief, anxiety, depression, anger, and a host of other negative experiences that impact our lives. I emphasize importance of addressing habits, hurts, and hang-ups ...

This article was reviewed by Daniel Z. Lieberman, MD. We all experience stress, worry, and nervousness from time to time — but when these feelings become overwhelming and constant, it might be a sign ...

Everyone has felt anxiety. But what exactly is it, and when is it something to, well, be anxious about? Anxiety is a feeling of dread, fear and uneasiness, according to the National Library of ...

Anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions globally, affecting millions of individuals across various age groups. Characterized by persistent and excessive worry, fear, or ...

Mental health professionals use specific criteria to identify anxiety disorders. Learn how the DSM guides the diagnostic process and why it matters for your care. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual ...

Racing heart, dizziness, shortness of breath—these classic anxiety symptoms prompt thousands to seek help from mental health professionals each year. Yet for many patients, these troubling sensations ...

Storm anxiety can affect people physically, emotionally and cognitively, manifesting as rapid heart rate, sweating, dizziness ...

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety.

The two most common mental health conditions among older adults are anxiety and depression. Various factors are associated with this, and treatment and support are available. A certain amount of ...