Racing thoughts aren’t always a symptom of anxiety. However, many teens who have anxiety disorders experience them often. Racing thoughts can overwhelm a person suddenly when their anxiety is triggered. These thoughts can also sneak up on them when they’re trying to...
Panic attacks can happen to anyone, and when a person has more than one in a short time frame, they may be diagnosed with panic disorder. If a person experiences recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, along with having a fear of future attacks or making efforts to avoid...
Even the most confident teen needs to dig deep to find their courage in many life situations. Trying new things, taking on more responsibilities and navigating social situations can all be nerve-wracking in different ways. Anxiety is becoming more and more common...
If you have a gut feeling that’s telling you to avoid a person or a situation, how do you know it’s your intuition and not anxiety? Both may feel like protective instincts. However, anxiety is often attached to feelings of uncertainty or worries about an outcome that...
Overthinking is often a symptom of anxiety, but it’s something anyone can experience. It comes in many forms: It could look like rumination, excessive planning or seeking reassurance. It may be rooted in self-consciousness, people pleasing or perfectionism. Most of...
If you’ve ever had that feeling where your stomach is tied in knots for days before a big test, an important presentation or an upcoming flight weeks before you’ve even packed your bags, you’ve experienced anticipatory anxiety. It’s the dread and worry you feel about...
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