Are There Other Types of Social Anxiety?
“Social anxiety” is a term that’s thrown around an awful lot. But what does it actually mean to have social anxiety?Social anxiety disorder (SAD), also known as social phobia, is a marked fear or anxiety of social situations where there is the potential for scrutiny by others. The person fears he or she will act in a way or show symptoms that will be humiliating or lead to rejection. The individual either avoids these situations or endures them with great distress.
Anxiety vs. Depression: Having One or Both Disorders
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and major depressive disorder (MDD) are mental health conditions that can affect your emotions, state of mind, and behavior. Many people refer to these conditions as "anxiety" and "depression."
Separation anxiety in teens: What to know
Separation anxiety is often a typical part of development in younger children. However, it can develop into a disorder if it continues to occur in older children and teens.
Can Anxiety Cause High Blood Pressure?
Anxiety is a natural response to stress or perceived danger and is often associated with fear and worry. If you’re feeling anxious, you may experience physical symptoms, such as sweating, shaking, nausea, or muscle tenseness. These symptoms may become excessive or persistent if you have a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and may affect blood pressure, just as chronic high blood pressure or hypertension may in some circumstances cause feelings of anxiety.
Maladaptive Behavior and Mental Health: What’s the Link?
Maladaptive behaviors are unhealthy or ineffective ways of coping with something difficult or stressful. While they can be effective in helping you avoid distress in the short term, over time, maladaptive behaviors can negatively shape your social interactions, success in school or work, and ability to function in a healthy, appropriate way within society.
