Anxiety during adolescence is more common than many families realize, and it can look different depending on the individual teen. For many parents, recognizing anxiety in teenage females can be difficult because symptoms may appear as mood changes, withdrawal, perfectionism,…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a mental health condition that can cause a lot of distress and anxiety. In TV and movies, it usually looks like someone who is obsessed with cleanliness and order. But in reality, OCD can look very different…
It’s perfectly normal to feel anxious from time to time — especially during adolescence, a phase of life filled with change and uncertainty. But sometimes, these feelings of anxiety can become overwhelming and persistent. Everyday tasks can feel difficult, and…
Feeling like you’re constantly on edge, overthinking every little thing, and experiencing physical symptoms like muscle tension or heart palpitations may be signs of anxiety. While it’s normal to feel anxious from time to time, worry and fear that interfere…
Do you ever notice your teen having difficulty in social situations, or that they feel overwhelmed when interacting with others? Maybe they shut down when talking to family members, or they avoid hanging out with friends even when invited. Teens…
Puberty is a normal part of life for teens, but it can also be a difficult time for many. During puberty, teens experience physical and emotional changes that can affect their mental health. Whether you’re a teen facing puberty or…
A sense of dread before speaking in front of a crowd. A feeling of fear before going on a job interview. Unrelenting worry that something bad will happen ahead of an important event. This is anticipatory anxiety — a feeling…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States. Nearly one in five teens will experience anxiety at some point during their teenage years. Although anxiety is a normal part of development, it can become…
Anxiety is one of society’s most commonly reported mental health issues, with one in five people reporting that they experience chronic anxiety disorders. Anxiety is a unique condition because it’s not caused by one set factor. Rather, anxiety is caused…
