ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a condition that affects the way the brain functions, especially in areas related to focus, self-control, planning, and calmness. These skills are part of what experts call executive functions. In ADHD, these functions are underdeveloped or less efficient, which creates everyday challenges. Let’s break it down: 1. Focus (Attention) 2. Self-Control […]
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Here are five well-known individuals who have spoken openly about their struggles with anxiety or panic attacks, along with how Ayurvedic practices could have aided in prevention or relief, followed by citation-supported references. Princess Diana – She experienced panic attacks during public appearances and tours, such as trembling and crying before events. source Ellie Goulding
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Short answer: Yes, part of the risk for anxiety is inherited, but genes aren’t destiny. Anxiety disorders reflect a mix of genetics + brain biology + life experiences + environment. The inherited portion is moderate, and the rest is shaped by things you can influence (stress, sleep, caffeine, therapy skills, support). How much of anxiety
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Good news first: a panic attack feels catastrophic, but the episode itself is not dangerous. You can ride the wave safely, and with practice, shrink its power over time. Here’s a clear, evidence-based playbook for the U.S. audience we’re writing for. In the moment: a 5-step “ride it out” plan When it might be medical,
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Short version: there’s no single cause. Anxiety disorders arise from a mix of biology, genetics, psychology, and environment. Think “risk factors & triggers,” not one culprit. 1) Biological & genetic factors 2) Temperament & psychology 3) Life experiences & environment 4) Medical conditions, medications, and substances Anxiety symptoms can be caused or amplified by health
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Short answer: a panic attack itself isn’t dangerous or life-threatening, but it can feel terrifying and it can create risks (like avoiding life, or misreading a heart problem). The key is knowing when it’s “just” panic, when to call 911, and how to ride it out safely. source1 source2 What a panic attack is (and
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Most Americans use “anxiety” to describe anything from butterflies before a presentation to a full-blown panic attack. But clinically, anxiety has a more specific meaning. It’s not just worry, it’s persistent, excessive fear or nervousness that interferes with daily life. 1. Everyday Anxiety vs. Anxiety Disorder 2. What It Feels Like in the Body Anxiety
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Depression is not the result of a single cause. It develops through a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors that overlap in complex ways. Think of it as a “perfect storm” where genetics, brain chemistry, life experiences, and environment all interact. Here’s a breakdown of the main causes that research and clinicians highlight in
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Depression is not just a medical term, it’s an everyday reality for millions of people across the United States. When we ask “how common is it?”, the answer is: far more common than most people realize. Prevalence in the U.S. Global Picture According to the World Health Organization, depression affects more than 280 million people
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Depression isn’t just “feeling sad.” Clinically, it’s a cluster of depression symptoms that persist most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks and interfere with work, school, relationships, or daily life. Core features are low mood and/or loss of interest or pleasure (anhedonia), plus several additional symptoms listed below. source The
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