Mind Matters

Anxiety Disorders I n general, Anxiety is a feeling of worry, fear, or unease. Some people use the word anxiety to describe mild feelings of nervousness, like when you have to give a presentation or go on a first date. But clinically, anxiety refers to a range of disorders that cause feelings of intense worry and fear.  Anxiety disorders can have a lasting impact on people's lives. The anxiety does not go away on its own, and it can even get worse over time if it is not treated. This can have a major impact on a person's quality of life and ability to function in daily life.  The most common anxiety disorders include:  Social Anxiety Disorder:  Social anxiety disorder also know as social phobia  is a common type of anxiety disorder. It is an intense, persistent fear of being watched and judged by others. This fear can affect work, school, and other daily activities. It can even make it hard to make and keep friends. This type of anxiety disorder causes...

Mental Health. Mental Health is an important but overlooked aspect of our well-being. It includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It's a condition that affects how we think, feel and act. These conditions determine how we relate to others, cope with stress and make choices. Mental Health Conditions . These are health conditions involving change in emotion, thinking or behavior  and they can range from mild to severe. According to the National Institute on Mental Health, nearly one-in-five adults live with a mental illness. The many different types of mental conditions include:  Anxiety disorders: Anxiety is the body's response to stress. It's a feeling of nervousness, fear or worry which might be mild or severe. Anxiety disorders on the other hand is a type of mental health condition which involves persistent and excessive worry or fear, which can cause victim to feel restless, tense or nervous. For example, if you're called to make a speech in front...