Anxiety Information and Advice

Anxiety Disorders and the Media

2010-10-29T03:57:00.000-07:00

One of the most powerful sources of information in society today is the media. The media not only reflects society but also drives it. It guides and shapes every single one of us in believing what is right, good and successful. Media-driven ideals regarding success are worshipped: we aspire to the examples of successful living they create. If we cannot achieve similar success we are deemed a

How to Calm Down when Anxious

2010-09-30T01:12:00.000-07:00

What can we do to control our nervous system and calm down when anxiety and panic strikes? When we panic (or have anxiety attacks) a number of things happen to us. And we should know that in panic and high anxiety the symptoms that we experience are the same. The difference lies in the build up: anxiety usually builds up slowly, getting stronger and stronger until it becomes a full-blown attack

What Causes Physical Anxiety Symptoms

2010-04-14T06:20:00.000-07:00

Speeding heart, fast shallow breathing, dizziness, sweating etc. What causes these symptoms? When we talk about the physical symptoms that we experience when we are anxious there is a whole range of sensations and feelings that can happen to our body. These may vary from person to person, but they all happen in the same way and for the same reason - the reason that we have the anxiety in the

How to Overcome Anxiety and Fear

2010-03-03T06:18:00.000-08:00

Extreme nervousness and apprehension, excessive worrying and obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviours, anxiety attacks and panic attacks, irrational fears and phobias, even severe depression - are all based on anxiety and fear. Millions of people spend a lifetime searching for the answer to these problems. Many undergo therapy or take medication for years, often with little success. They can

Nature versus Nurture

2010-02-06T06:29:00.000-08:00

Anxiety is a part of human nature, a survival mechanism that has evolved to protect us, and the problems it can bring, in themselves, reflect what it means to be human:- - worrying (planning ahead) - physical symptoms (eg. increased heartrate/breathing to prepare us for action) - even obsessive compulsive behaviour (the need for order and control) All are deeply ingrained in human make-up to

What is Anxiety?

2010-02-01T04:32:00.000-08:00

Imagine you're lying on a beach. It's a beautiful day, the sun is shining and there is a gentle breeze wafting over your body. Sounds of nature fill the air as you chat and laugh with family and friends. You are surrounded by people you love and respect and who love and respect you. You feel warm, contented and happy, totally relaxed, anxiety-free. Now imagine a very different scene. It's the

Are We Looking at Anxiety Disorders the Wrong Way?

2010-01-29T07:49:00.000-08:00

Current explanations of the cause and cure of problems involving such things as: extreme nervousness, anxiety and panic; obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviour; phobias and depression have failed millions of people looking to understand and overcome these problems. Beliefs about illness / medical / genetic causes and treatments based upon these beliefs have not even come close to an answer.