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Anxiety disorders are one of the most common types of mental illness.
October 10, 2023

Anxiety: What you need to know

Anxiety is a natural part of life, and most of us experience it at some point. You might feel nervous,...

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All anxiety disorders involve excessive fear or worry that disrupts daily life.
October 04, 2023

4 types of common anxiety disorders

While anxiety disorders vary based on symptoms and triggers, they can all interfere with daily activities. Understanding the different types...

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Listening to music or setting aside alone time can help teens manage stress.
May 18, 2023

Teens and stress: When it’s more than worry

Stress—and sometimes feeling anxious—is a natural and normal experience for everyone, including children and teenagers. But when those feelings last...

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Teaching parents better ways to help children with anxiety disorders may be as helpful as child therapy.
November 26, 2019

To help an anxious child, start with their parents

The best way to help children with an anxiety disorder may be to help their parents first, a new NIH-funded...

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November 20, 2019

How to help someone with anxiety

Wondering how you can help a friend, family member, or co-worker who is overwhelmed by anxiety? We spoke to David...

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William Parham, Ph.D. (center) was recently named the National Basketball Players Association's first director of mental health and wellness. Also pictured are Keyon Dooling and Garrett Temple.
November 06, 2019

New NBPA program focuses on mental health

William Parham, Ph.D., was recently named the National Basketball Players Association's (NBPA) first director of mental health and...

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Cleveland Cavaliers player Kevin Love uses medication and therapy to help manage his anxiety and depression.
November 05, 2019

Reaching great heights with anxiety and depression

Kevin Love has achieved a lot in 31 years. He's a five-time National Basketball Association (NBA) All-Star. He won an...

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November 04, 2019

What’s new in anxiety research?

Daniel Pine, M.D., studies how differences in our brains can affect our mental health. Through their work at the National...

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