Hypochondriacs suffer from a type of mental illness known as hypochondriasis (or hypochondria), which is now classified as either Somatic Symptoms Disorder or Illness Anxiety Disorder (IAD). This chronic anxiety-related disorder is mental and not physical, and it often presents similarly to obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that can disrupt your life and involves repetitive thoughts that won’t subside. It frequently starts in childhood and can last a person’s entire life. It is estimated that around 2-percent of the U.S. population has the disorder. We look into the most common symptoms of OCD.
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In order to correctly identify whether you’re suffering from anxiety or a panic attack, it’s important to learn what the difference is between the two. Here’s a detailed outline of their differences, and what they might have in common.
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Learning to manage your anxiety is easier said than done, which anyone with serious anxiety can tell you. However, with the right coaching and approach, you can lessen the grip of the disorder and improve the quality of your life. Here are seven self-help tips for those with anxiety.
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When chronic stress occurs, the immune system never returns to baseline but stays at the higher stimulated level. An overstimulated immune system is not sustainable and will result in problems, including these 10.
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Anxiety is a widespread problem affecting approximately 40 million people in the United States alone. The symptoms of anxiety disorder—ranging from panic attacks to difficulty socializing—can make everyday life extremely challenging. Trouble is, there are many things about anxiety that only those people affected by it will understand. So, what do you need to know […]
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