The Weird Psychology Of Airports
National borders, time and place all dissolve at airports, making some people very anxious while others feel liberated. By Dr. Steve TaylorSenior Lecturer in PsychologyLeeds Beckett University Many of us have…
How Small Acts of Kindness Can Help with Anxiety
A new study finds that performing acts of kindness improves mental health symptoms—and increases your social connection, too. By Jill SuttieFreelance journalist and a staff writer Introduction Depression and anxiety are…
Three Ways to Manage Dread
Sometimes, the problem lies in anticipating a bad thing that may never happen. Here’s how to get a handle on this special kind of suffering. By Dr. Beth KurlandClinical psychologist, author,…
How to Heal Anxious Attachment by Prioritizing Your Own Needs
People with anxious attachment fear rejection, often feeling like they are less worthy than others. Rediscovering your self and purpose can help. By Dr. Judy HoAssociate Professor and IRB ChairPepperdine…
Rushing Or Delaying Decisions Is Linked To Anxiety And Depression In Young People
A person’s style of making decisions can have an impact on their mental health. By Eugene Lee DavidsAssociate Professor University of Pretoria Introduction Each day we make thousands of decisions, starting with what…
What’s the Difference Between Shyness and Social Anxiety?
Both involve feeling uncomfortable in social situations. But one can be debilitating. By Dr. Kayla SteelePostdoctoral research fellow and clinical psychologist UNSW Sydney By Dr. Jill NewbyProfessor, NHMRC Emerging Leader & Clinical PsychologistUNSW…
Seven Ways to Help Someone with Anxiety
Knowing how anxiety works can help you to better support loved ones without inadvertently making their anxiety worse. By Dr. Alice BoyesAuthor of the The Healthy Mind Toolkit Introduction When I…
Five Keys to Managing Intrusive Thoughts
Stuck in rumination? Here are some ways to break the cycle and move forward. By Jill SuttieFree-lance journalist and a staff writer Introduction Have you ever woken up in the middle…
Is it Anxiety or ADHD, or both? How to tell the Difference and why it Matters
For some people, successful treatment of co-existing ADHD may be the best way of getting relief from chronic anxiety. By Dr. Alison PoultonSenior Lecturer, Brain Mind Centre NepeanUniversity of Sydney Introduction “Cassie” is an…
How to Be Yourself When You Have Social Anxiety
A new book unveils some ways to quiet your inner critic and combat social anxiety. By Jill SuttieFree-lance journalist and a staff writer Introduction When you don’t feel comfortable in social…
