Anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder that entails excessive, repeated bouts of worry, anxiety, and/or fear. Feeling nervous or apprehensive is normal – even healthy at times. But when anxiety runs deeper and feels unshakeable, it can potentially stand in the way of a healthy lifestyle. Learn more about the causes of anxiety and how to deal with anxiety in different situations.
Ever feel a bit lighter – mentally – after a satisfying yoga session? Turns out, there’s something to that uplift: A growing body of research in the mental health field is confirming the benefits of yoga for anxiety, stress, and more.
Stress is a common concern in today’s fast-paced life. But is all stress bad? Here's how eustress vs distress differ, and how our perceptions can shape how we interpret “stress” in the first place.
Square breathing is a type of breathwork that can shift your energy, calm your nervous system, and decrease stress in your body. Here's how to incorporate this simple exercise into your daily routine.
It’s common for medical procedures to provoke anxiety. But there are ways to cope – here are five ideas to help manage the pre- and post-surgical stress and worry.
Free video and transcript featuring three simple, accessible breathwork techniques for soothing anxiety.
Stress is a part of everyday life, and resultant moments of panic are normal, natural reactions to life’s curveballs. But when those moments build and build, they can topple over – and cause feelings of extreme overwhelm. Here’s what to do the next time you feel overwhelmed.
Promising research reveals that smelling certain components of lavender provides similar relief as taking medications like Valium – without the side effects.
Therapist and yoga instructor Kristen Acciari shares the benefits of yoga practice in easing anxiety and stress.
Zencare intern and Psychology major Bri Pastro discusses the Yerkes-Dodson Law, and how you can apply it to your finals stress.
How to recognize the voice of perfectionism and live from a place of self-compassion