I't's 4 am, I'm awake. I hope that I can go back to sleep. . . . Did I remember to get the coffee ready?  I hope the traffic won't be so bad tomorrow night, ...

Many people exhibit various types of problems that occur repetitively, cause harm to the person, and seem virtually uncontrollable. Sometimes we're asked if these problems are examples of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Although these other ...

Happy 4th of July. Tonight, we'll sit outside and watch the fireworks from our backyard. Our dogs will likely be close by; not terribly frightened, but a bit upset by the explosions. We'll keep an ...

The line between the worries of people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and normal concerns can be quite fuzzy. Worries about a possible pandemic from Swine flu make the line even blurrier than usual. Advice ...

Mental health centers in colleges across the United States are reporting significant increases in the need for services for their students (Anxiety Association of America). College can be a time of angst and worry. Often ...

Take a moment and think about your anxiety. What right now is getting you upset? Are you worried about the coming weekend? Will you get everything done that you've planned? How about your job, is ...

Anxiety disorders, like most mental disorders, involve multiple causes including genetic, biological, social, and learning. And successful treatments sometimes target psychological or biological systems. Nevertheless, it is useful to consider that for most people with ...

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is the most common form of anxiety affecting more people around the world than any other type of anxiety. People with GAD report a mix of symptoms--physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts. Physical ...