anxiety
A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?
How to stop living in the past
Forgetting the past: the keys to moving forward Being fully present, anticipating yourself in the future… For some, it’s complicated that they struggle to stop thinking about the past, whether to remember happy moments or delve into painful episodes, unhealed wounds. the problem? The inability to live today, free from the past, prevents them from developing their potential and moving forward in life. to analyze.
By Racha Kelly4 years ago in Psyche
How many students have anxiety?
If you're wondering, "How many students have anxiety?" Then you're not alone. Anxiety affects 21.9 percent of college students. And that number is only increasing. One recent study found that depression affected a third of college students. Anxiety can be crippling, causing a student to miss out on important assignments and exams, or drop out of the course altogether. Fortunately, there are ways to deal with the effects of anxiety.
By Irene Mitchell4 years ago in Psyche
The Trouble with Triggers
It started off simply enough; my boyfriend wanted to watch some shows together. Admittedly, I did not. Both of us are hermit-like, and very happy to each do our own thing in our own areas of the house, so when one of us wants to do something together, we both try to meet that need as best we can. Sometimes, though, it just doesn't happen. I considered telling him "not tonight" again, but he'd just ask nearly every day until we did, causing me both irritation and guilt. It's always a hurdle to get me into watching a show, complete with eye-rolling, a look of disdain, and possibly a low groan of annoyance.
By Megan Baker (Left Vocal in 2023)4 years ago in Psyche
[Act 3] A Dash Of Disillusion, As Anxiety Levels Peak Over 9000
Scene 1 (TW: Rape) The first month seemed to come and go as I'd said it would; naturally. But I wasn't a natural boy, and things were about to go off the rails quickly. With Juliet's consistent questioning of my love coupled with how hard I was trying, I wasn't sure what love meant to her. I wasn't sure who was in control of our relationship; us, or other people.
By The Passionate Autistic4 years ago in Psyche
The Monster Called Anxiety
I know what’s coming. Sitting on the couch struggling with my shoes, I feel him creep up behind me, his cold and clammy fingers trailing up my arms and wrapping around my throat. I start to choke on the lump that forms there, and ice suddenly seizes in my lungs, turning them into the heaviest of bricks. Slowly he pushes up against me, melting into my skin and looking up at me with bewildered eyes. It’s a ritual, really. I can’t leave the house without him. Standing up, I exhale and try to suck air in again because, to be honest, he’s heavy. I practically have to drag him as he clings to my back, his damp breath puffing against my neck. I wrap a jacket tightly around us, and I shiver under the pressure despite the extra weight. I can’t do this, I think to myself. They’ll see him, or worse, they’ll see me. Everyone’s gonna stare. I knew that because of my disability, I wouldn’t be able to escape prying eyes. I would be the main attraction in this grand circus of life, even if only for the moment. Attempting another deep breath, I hesitate at the threshold, momentarily considering kicking off my shoes and crawling back into bed. I know I can’t as I need to go grocery shopping, but the thought is nice. Sighing, I make sure he is hidden well before opening my door and stepping out into the blinding sunlight.
By Courtney Bartz4 years ago in Psyche
Why I Can't Relax
I Just Can't! Unless I'm sick, of course, and then I just sit around fretting about the things I need to do. The problem is, I am a very restless person: I cannot just sit and watch television. I have to be browsing on my phone (sorry, I know, I'm awful), draw, do a wordsearch, work on my online shop... If people talk about a new drama, or a Netflix series, I just nod politely until they change the subject. I'm not sure I even know what Netflix is! I just cannot commit to a series of hours where I have to sit still and concentrate. I'm too fidgety, and there are too many other things I could be doing (like writing this article!)
By Deborah Robinson4 years ago in Psyche
Hot Garbage
Man, sometimes; scratch that, a LOT of times I just want to give up. I read your stories and then read mine; garbage. I see your pictures and then I see mine; garbage. I see your art and then glance at mine *gags*. And these are the things I think I’m good at, f**k some days I even let myself think I’m great at. Well whatever, what has art ever done for me anyways?
By Tessa Dickinson4 years ago in Psyche
When the Fear of Interacting with Strangers Becomes a Problem
A disorder called social anxiety or social phobia is a long-lasting and overwhelming fear of certain social situations. It is a problem that usually begins in adolescence, is an extremely unpleasant condition, and can have a significant impact on quality of life.
By Asher Crosby4 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety in Children - Why Does It Occur and How Does It Manifest?
Anxiety disorders are differentiated from each other by the types of objects or situations that generate anxiety or avoidant behavior, as well as by the associated ideation. Anxiety disorders include separation anxiety, specific phobias, social phobia, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, or post-traumatic stress disorder. Thus, anxiety can appear as early as a few months of age, so we can talk about anxiety in children.
By Kiran Nguyen4 years ago in Psyche
