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Feeling Nervous All the Time? Here’s What You Need to Know

My Psychiatry

When Everyday Nervousness Becomes a Concern Occasional anxiety is part of being human. However, persistent nervousness that affects your daily life, sleep, concentration, or relationships may point to an anxiety disorder. Underlying mental health conditions are often at the core. How is anxiety diagnosed?

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Exploring the Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety Disorders

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

Exploring the Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety Disorders As a parent, caregiver, or even a concerned family member, have you ever wondered whether the mood swings you witness in your loved one could be more than just emotional highs and lows?

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Why Women Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders (and How to Cope)

Lightwork

Introduction Research consistently shows that women experience anxiety disorders at nearly twice the rate of men. This stark difference isn’t just a statistical anomalyit reflects complex biological, social, and cultural factors that shape women’s mental health experiences.

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How Functional Medicine Helps with Anxiety

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, affecting millions of people worldwide. Functional medicine, however, takes a holistic approach to treating anxiety by identifying and targeting the underlying imbalances that contribute to mental health concerns.

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10 Signs of High-Functioning Anxiety in Women You Shouldn’t Ignore

Lightwork

Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety in Women High-functioning anxiety presents a unique paradox in women’s mental health. Understanding high-functioning anxiety represents the first step toward finding balance between achievement and emotional well-being.

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Is Insomnia a Sign of Anxiety?

My Psychiatry

Insomnia is a common sleep issue, and for many people, anxiety is a major cause. Insomnia means having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early and not being able to go back to sleep. Signs and Symptoms of Insomnia Insomnia can impact your physical health, emotional well-being, and daily functioning.

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Day # 162: Sedative-Hypnotic Use Disorder

Bullet Psych

The most commonly prescribed are benzodiazepines (BZDs) and the non-benzodiazepine "Z-drugs" (zolpidem, zaleplon, eszopiclone), which are marketed as safer alternatives for sleep. See Day #160: Introduction to Substance Use Disorders for complete diagnostic criteria and severity specifiers. of the U.S. population. In the U.S.,