Anxiety is a psychological and physiological state characterized by somatic, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral components. It is the displeasing feeling of fear and concern. The root meaning of the word anxiety is 'to vex or trouble'; in either presence or absence of psychological stress, anxiety can create feelings of fear, worry, uneasiness, and dread. It is also associated with feelings of restlessness, fatigue, concentration problems, and muscle tension.
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The pandemic has changed your brain — here’s how to overcome that
Whether you have contracted COVID-19 or not, your brain is likely to have changed over the past few months. The virus itself ...
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You seem bored — time to switch jobs
It can be scary to walk away from your job, but if you find yourself thinking the grass is always greener on the other side, ...
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Here's why your dreams are more vivid lately
Although science knows what dreams are, it is still not known exactly why we dream, although plenty of theories exist. Dreams ...
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5 things to do if you’re worried about job security
Is job security keeping you up at night? Here are five practical things you can do to feel less anxious and hopefully plan ...
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Expert tips for maintaining your mental health during the pandemic
It's that special time of year when both Mental Health Awareness Month in the US and Mental Health Awareness Week in the ...
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Daily Distraction: Let go of stress with these free meditation sessions
People all over the world have been under lockdown for weeks because of the coronavirus pandemic. And it's quite natural ...
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Connect with your remote team: A simple heart emoji goes a long way
It's more important now than ever to show your colleagues and the people around you that you care for them. One emoji can ...
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Daily Distraction: Look after your mental health with these free resources
The coronavirus pandemic has caused rare circumstances where most of us are stuck inside our houses. These are testing times ...
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Psychedelic mushrooms could affect the brain long after their active ingredient leaves the system
New research shows that the active ingredient in hallucinogenic mushrooms could affect the brain long after it has left the ...
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Nobody likes Cranky Chris: 5 tips to help you sleep during the coronavirus crisis
We've put together five simple tips to help you sleep better while you're working from home as a result of the coronavirus ...
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How to manage anxiety if you're working from home due to coronavirus
Right now, anxiety is fuelled by uncertainty about the future, a lack of control, and significant changes in how we live ...
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Obsessed with death? You might have 'existential isolation,' says study
How often do you think about death? For many, the answer is a terrifying “almost always.” But, at some point or another, ...
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Boosting a single brain molecule reduced anxiety in lab monkeys
Scientists may have found a potential cure for anxiety after isolating and boosting a molecule in the brains of rhesus monkeys. Andrew ...
