Anxiety is best managed when the brain becomes less reactive to threats. Benzodiazepines can interfere with the learning process that leads to better anxiety management.

That familiar tightness in your chest. The racing thoughts that won’t quiet down no matter how much you try to distract yourself. The constant feeling of impending doom that makes even simple ...

Living with anxiety isn’t just about feeling nervous before a big presentation or worrying about life’s challenges. For millions of people, anxiety runs deeper, casting a shadow over daily life in ...

How do we reassure our kids when we’re anxious ourselves? For little kids, it’s simpler: affirmation and distraction, and hopefully they can’t tell if we’re faking it. Ideally, teenagers can dig ...

Dental anxiety can stem from trauma, pain, embarrassment, or mental health issues. Psychological and pharmacological strategies are both effective—especially when combined. Virtual reality and ...