Expectation is a powerful force in sickness and in health. Psychological factors do indeed influence the course of illness, though we’re a long way from understanding how this works.
Anxiety Disorders Most people experience feelings of anxiety before an important event such as a big exam, business presentation or first date. Anxiety disorders, however, are illnesses that cause
Up to 80% of ALL health problems can be caused or aggravated by stress! Think about that for a second. Stress accounts for 8 out of every 10 health
Phobias occur in several forms. A specific phobia is a fear of a particular object or situation. Social phobia is a fear of being painfully embarrassed in a social
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is much more than the normal anxiety people experience day to day. It’s chronic and exaggerated worry and tension, even though nothing seems to provoke
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating condition that follows a terrifying event. Often, people with PTSD have persistent frightening thoughts and memories of their ordeal and feel emotionally
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by anxious thoughts or rituals you feel you can’t control. If you have OCD, as it’s called, you may be plagued by persistent, unwelcome thoughts
Most people experience feelings of anxiety before an important event such as a big exam, business presentation or first date. Anxiety disorders, however, are illnesses that cause people to
The questionnaire contains groups of statements. Carefully read each group of statements; then circle the number in front of the statement that best describes how you are feeling. Make
All humans have a built-in “alarm system” that goes off when they feel threatened. This alarm starts chemical, physical and emotional changes that prepare us to either flee or
Turmeric, also known as Curcuma longa, is a vibrant yellow-orange spice that has found its way into kitchens and medicine cabinets across the globe. Native
Joint pain, often associated with conditions such as arthritis, can be debilitating and significantly impact the quality of life. As conventional treatments sometimes provide limited