A lot of us get nervous in social situations, such as going on a first date, dinner with friends or speaking in front of a group of people. But at what point do nerves turn into full-blown social ...

It is impossible to get rid of anxiety because it exists to help us, says cognitive psychotherapist Owen O'Kane. Instead, he ...

If you’ve ever delayed oral surgery because of fear or anxiety, you’re not alone. Many patients associate surgical dental ...

Some athletes develop anxiety about their ability to succeed in their athletic endeavors. Such anxiety can cause them to develop physical symptoms including hyperventilation, shortness of breath, a ...

It’s the most common psychological symptom in the world. Whether you are a 6-year-old boy or a 96-year-old grandmother, you experience it on a regular basis, even when good things are happening. It is ...

Being in a crowded room gives April anxiety, while “uncomfortable situations” make Dawn anxious; April deals with this anxiety by reminding herself that she’s “been through this before,” along with ...

Social anxiety disorder is the persistent fear or anxiety of being judged or rejected in a social situation. It’s also called "social phobia." People with social anxiety disorder often worry about how ...

Welcome back to another edition of Ask Dubey! There were a number of great questions this week, focusing on the mental side of the game, how I dealt with pressure and the mental side of goaltending, ...

This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: Hormonal changes during menopause, especially shifts ...

School is a huge part of life for most teens—it’s where they learn, hang with friends, and participate in their favorite activities. But for some, school can be overwhelming and trigger anxiety and ...

As summers start to fade, you might notice an unexpected uptick in your mood, or lack thereof. After the lingering warmth, carefree rhythm, and open days of summer, it’s natural to feel a subtle ...