Almost 20% of US adults deal with one or more anxiety disorders each year, according to statistics shared by the Anxiety & Depression Association of America. That equates to around 40 million people.

When we have health anxiety, we can sometimes fall into the trap of closely monitoring our bodies to look for symptoms or any signs that we are in danger, whether it is a sign that we have a new ...

Everyone can experience a little discomfort in new social situations, which can be a healthy and adaptive response to something unknown. However, is important to recognize when it no longer is ...

Dr. Cathy Frank answers the question: 'Difference Between Anxiety And Phobia?' — -- Question: What is the difference between anxiety and phobia? Answer: A phobia is a type of anxiety. It's an ...

After her first child was born, Lauren Hamilton, a pediatric nurse, began having graphic, recurring nightmares, imagining someone dropping the baby, his head cracking open “like a watermelon.” ...

Mental health professionals use specific criteria to identify anxiety disorders. Learn how the DSM guides the diagnostic process and why it matters for your care. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual ...