Postpartum Anxiety: What It Is and How to Manage It
Having a baby brings unbelievable joy and happiness. Perhaps as a child, you played with your baby dolls and dreamed of this magical milestone in your life. When you’re pregnant, most people give you the famous “Sleep now before you aren’t able to!” But they often neglect to talk about how, especially for first-time mothers,…
What is Ketamine Treatment?
What is Ketamine Treatment? You’ve heard of psychotherapy and medication management to treat depression and anxiety, which can be highly effective. These reliable treatment methods have been used for a long time and for good reason. But sometimes, you need more than that to reduce your symptoms. That’s where ketamine treatment comes in. While ketamine…
Fear vs Anxiety
What are the actual differences between fear vs anxiety, and should you cure your fear? It’s important to understand the differences between fear and anxiety from the mental health perspective. In this video, Dr. Kristy Lamb shares her extensive knowledge on anxiety disorders (as well as low-grade anxious thoughts) and explains the difference between fear…
Where to Go for Anxiety Treatment in Los Angeles
Today’s modern world comes with a lot of stressors. The fast past of everyday life can be challenging as you do your best to juggle work, school, finances, exercise, health, relationships, and some semblance of having a social life. But when you live in a big city like Los Angeles, those stressors can be even…
Why Using Alcohol to Cope With Anxiety Doesn’t Help
Why Using Alcohol to Cope With Anxiety Does More Harm Than Good If you’re feeling anxious, you’re not alone. Countless friends, family members, and neighbors regularly experience stress and anxiety. It’s embedded in our society, directly linked to the fast-paced nature of the United States. That Friday feeling of needing to escape your anxious and…
6 Ways To Help You Overcome Social Anxiety
6 Ways To Help You Overcome Social Anxiety Most people feel nervous or anxious at some point in their lives. It’s normal to feel this way when faced with a challenging situation, like public speaking or an important job interview. But for some people, anxiety is more than just a temporary feeling. It’s a chronic…
What Are the Most Common Types of Anxiety Disorders?
Have you ever wondered if you’re simply dealing with regular old everyday stress and worry or if you have an anxiety disorder? Some of the most common types of anxiety disorders can sneak up on you without you recognizing them, shrugging them off to worry and fear. If you live with one or more types…
Do You Really Know If You’re Masking Depression and Anxiety?
Are You Masking Depression and Anxiety? Did you know that nearly 20% of US adults suffer from depression? That’s almost 50 million people. Of those 50 million people, how many do you know? A few individuals may come to mind, but the sad reality is that there are probably many more people in your circle…
How an IOP Can Help You Overcome Anxiety Disorders
How an IOP Can Help You Overcome Anxiety Disorders Anxiety disorders can severely interfere with your everyday life. Depending on your individual triggers, you may struggle with sleep, relationships, focus, and fear, among other things. Your work, school, and home life suffer, and, in turn, your mental health declines. It may seem impossible to get…
How to Check-In With Yourself and Your Anxiety
How often do you pause and ask yourself, “How am I doing today?” Chances are, you’re too busy and preoccupied to really check in with yourself. Today’s world is fast-paced and doesn’t allow much time to pause and reflect. And when you don’t regularly make room in your hectic life to examine how you’re doing…
Here’s What You Need to Know About Treatment Options for Postpartum Anxiety
You hear a lot about postpartum depression (PPD), its symptoms, how common it is, and treatment options. But you don’t hear as much about postpartum anxiety (PPA), even though it’s just as serious. And in many cases, both postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety can present themselves at the same time. This could be why PPA…
Where to Go to Get Quality Anxiety Treatment in San Diego
Living with an anxiety disorder can make life a lot more challenging. And if you’re one of the 40 million Americans dealing with this mental health issue and you live in the San Diego area, you’re likely overwhelmed with your available treatment options. “What kind of anxiety treatment do I really need?” “Would medication help…