What many people call anxiety may actually be fear. Understanding how the brain’s alarm system works can completely change ...

As the cold beer ran down my throat, the sharpness of my self-conscious thoughts started to lose its edge. The conversation started to flow, and the laughter became easier. The first time I discovered ...

Swallowing problems and anxiety may go hand in hand, with each potentially worsening the other. Anxiety can tighten throat muscles, making swallowing harder, while persistent swallowing issues can ...

Here’s why January triggers anxiety, fatigue and emotional sluggishness, and some science-backed strategies for a more grounded new year. January has always been culturally framed as a fresh start.

Generalized anxiety disorder affects 1 in 20 U.S. adults. Those with serious symptoms may isolate themselves to the point they rarely leave their home and are unable to work and build meaningful ...

We asked experts if drinking can lead to a spike in anxiety — and what you can do about it. Credit...Eric Helgas for The New York Times Supported by By Christina Caron Q: Sometimes I feel really ...

Beta-Blockers for Anxiety: What Are They? Beta-blockers are medications that slow down certain types of cell activity in your body. Doctors often prescribe them to treat heart and circulatory problems ...

Barbara Jacquelyn Sahakian receives funding from the Wellcome Trust. Her research work is conducted within the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Mental Health and Neurodegeneration ...