Most people are self centered to a certain degree. The reasons for being self-centered also vary a great deal as well, but are anxious people inherently more self-centered than the average person? Although generalizing is not a good thing when it comes to describing people it appears that anxious people are a little self absorbed, but not because of vanity or some other self serving reason. Anxiety, like almost all mental ailments, dominates much of the anxious persons mental day. Whether it's thoughts or feelings you can bet that
Anxietyguru.net Turns 1
In May 2008 I set out to create a blog that was different from the hundreds of websites that I'd seen on anxiety. Most of those websites were informative, helpful, and balanced but not all that interesting. In addition to that I had spent almost 5 years completely clueless about what was torturing me (between 1999 and 2004). After seeing a therapist I went on a mission to educate myself about my condition. And at the end of that journey I was almost certain that there were others like me. When I started this blog I had 5 people
The Two Faces Of Anxiety Disorder
photo credit: glitter feet As anxiety sufferers we all understand by now what constitutes an anxiety symptom. It could be palpitations, chest pain, dizziness, or more thought based symptoms like racing or disturbing thoughts. In my case I have experienced both, but interestingly rarely have I experienced both at the same time. This only came up because lately I've noticed that if I'm sucked in by speeding or negative thoughts I usually will not encounter physical anxiety symptoms like hot flashes for example. The only thing that I
How To Change Your Brain To Reduce Depression Symptoms
photo credit: john.d.mcdonald photo credit: lu_lu As many of you know when someone is afflicted by an anxiety disorder usually the anxiety brings along friends like depression. Like anxiety, depression can be a very nasty mental ailment that not only impedes your life but can also cause great harm. As a result, vigilance and action are a must. Now some of you take synthetic medications like antidepressants to deal with both anxiety and depression and if it works for you sweet. But for those of you that are more into the natural
BBC News: “Fathers’ Depression Harms Young”
photo credit: *madalena-pestana* - half of me Article Highlights: Fathers mental ailments can affect their children. Fathers more involved in child rearing which may play a role. Fathers with anxiety disorder have a "two fold chance" of passing it to their kids. To read the full article click the image above.
Research Study: Community Violence May Lead To PTSD In Children
photo credit: gemsling Article Highlights: Children exposed to community violence were found to have high levels of stress hormones. The development of PTSD in children can lead to emotional and behavioral problems. Study calls for more investigations into the link between exposure to violence and increased stress in children. To read the full article click on the image above.
Self Pity, Anxiety, And You
Walking around with the perennial dark cloud of anxiety disorder can bring anyone down. I'd say it would be unusual if anxiety sufferers didn't feel bummed about their condition from time to time. However, the slippery slope of self pity is a mental trap that will not only make it more difficult to recover from episodes of anxiety but it also perpetuates the hated thoughts and feelings you endure on a daily basis. To acknowledge that anxiety sucks is one thing, it is another thing altogether to let this realization permeate your bones and
How To Avoid Swine Flu Hysteria
photo credit: hmerinomx Now I'm not going to launch into a dissertation about how this recent outbreak of swine flu is like the Spanish flu pandemic of 1918 or how it may spread and cause a similar calamity. In fact, what I want to say instead is don't panic. I know that many anxiety sufferers are hypochondriacs and can be overwhelmed by irrational fears. Over the weekend news reports by CNN, FOX, and other networks have really grabbed a hold of this story and starting Monday ran with it. As of April 27, 2009 there have been about
New York Times: KC Royals Pitcher Zack Greinke Bounces Back From Anxiety And Depression
photo credit: andyphelan45 Article Highlights Kansas City Royals pitcher Zack Greinke left baseball three years ago due to problems with anxiety and depression. Greinke has returned to the Royals pitching staff and is performing at a high level. Greinke had stayed away from the Royals for seven months before returning. Click the image to read the full story.
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