Anxiety

Anxiety is a normal, and possibly, helpful emotion. The dictionary definition says that anxiety is a state of distress or uneasiness of mind caused by fear of danger or misfortune. Reasonable amount of anxiety can make you vigilant and prepare you to cope with challenging or frightening situation. But an excessive or out of context anxiety is considered a problem. In psychiatry, anxiety disorder is an umbrella term to describe various forms of mental disorders characterized by excessive worrying, uneasiness, apprehension and fear.

Try this stress-busting tea for anxiety and depression

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health problems affecting millions of people. Including rosemary tea in your diet can help people suffering from these problems.
EFT Tapping: An effective non-drug therapy for anxiety, depression and chronic pain

The benefits of EFT Tapping for treatment of mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression and PTSD have been validated in several clinical trials. But what actually is EFT Tapping and how does it work?
Earthquake: Multiple organ failure to hypothermia, tremors can be detrimental to your health

A high intensity earthquake of magnitude 6.1 hit Delhi NCR and several other parts of north India on Friday night.
World Epilepsy Day: Understanding anxiety in teenagers with epilepsy

It is common for epileptic teenagers to suffer from anxiety. Read on to know how to address anxiety issues in adolescents with epilepsy.
Suffering from PTSD? Brain training may help treat this condition

Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious mental disorder that's triggered by a traumatic event wherein the individual is either the victim or the witness.
Mental disorder during pregnancy: Early diagnosis of this condition is now possible

Taking good care of your mental health is always very important, however, it becomes a necessity when you are pregnant.
Covid-19 pandemic making people with anxiety and depression to drink more

Alcohol abuse and depression often occur together. But treating either of them may improve symptoms for both. A few tips to treat both alcohol misuse and depression together.
Depression, stress may reduce efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, scientists say

The researchers noted that even though rigorous testing has shown that the COVID-19 vaccines approved for distribution can produce a robust immune response, not everyone will immediately gain their full benefit.
Workaholics more prone to depression, anxiety and sleep disorder

Being a workaholic differs from working long hours or being highly engaged in work. Who are workaholics? How to avoid the negative effects of workaholism? Read on to get your answers.
Covid-19 healthcare workers at risk of developing depression, anxiety

The coronavirus pandemic first emerged in Wuhan City, China, in December 2019. Since then, it has spread to more than 200 countries and territories, infecting and killing millions of people.
Sleep well to regulate your mood and ward off anxiety

Sleep deprivation can affect your mood and lead to anxiety. Here's how you can fix it and sleep soundly.
Selena Gomez says working with therapists helped her beat anxiety and depression

Selena Gomez reveals that she has been seeing therapists for over six years now. She says therapy, the right medication and support from people who believed in her changed her life completely.
Women with PTSD and depression are at high risk of dying: 5 exercises to ease depression

When it comes to workouts that fight depression, aerobic and cardio exercises have the edge. Below listed are a few of the exercises that you can try today if you want to fight your depression.
Young people's anxiety doubled during lockdown: Tips that will help you to cope
Creating a morning routine can help ward off anxiety and stress

Read on to know-how to create a morning routine to keep problems such as anxiety and stress at bay.
COVID-19 can 'trigger OCD in kids and young people'

OCD is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). Some people can have both obsessions and compulsions.
Childhood stress is not uncommon: You just have to know how to deal with it

A child can get stress too. Our expert, Dr. Anamika Dubey, Madhukar Rainbow Children's Hospital, shares some tips to help you recognize the signs and how to deal with it.
Feeling restless? Try these meditation techniques to calm your soul

Easy meditation techniques to assist induce a state of deep calm. Read to know more
Deep breathing can make you happier, more productive and energetic: Here’s how to do it

Try to breathe through the nose, not the mouth, and pull air using the diaphragm, not your chest. Follow the steps below to practice deep breathing or diaphragmatic breathing.
5 simple changes to make to improve your mental health

Mental health is much more than a diagnosis. It's your overall psychological well-being the way you feel about yourself and others as well as your ability to manage your feelings and deal with everyday difficulties.

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