“Guess what? I’m writing an article on anxiety” I texted my friend. She replied “lmao what? Will it be a summary of our message exchanges, self-medicate by regularly texting your equally anxious friend?”. She speaks the truth. If I typed
Here Are Resources For Suicide Prevention, Coping With Grief And Seeking Professional Help
With the recent tragedy that occurred in our community, many of us may be reeling with shock, grief, and sadness. The FYI is here for you— we have resources specifically to help the Muslim community deal with suicide, grief, and
Here Are 20 Coping Skills You Can Use To Relieve Stress
Unexpected events can knock the wind out of us. When we build up expectations of ourselves, people around us, or things to come, a part of us begins to live in our future dreams. These dreams inspire us and motivate
Here Are The Physical Symptoms Of Anxiety
If you have anxiety, you might frequently feel worried, nervous, or afraid about ordinary events. These feelings can be upsetting and difficult to manage. They can also make daily life a challenge. Anxiety can also cause physical symptoms. Think about a
Are you Feeling Empty? Here’s What it Means & What to do
If you’re feeling empty, you’re not alone. Many of us feel empty in different ways. For instance, you might feel empty because something is missing in your life, said Kaitlyn Slight, a marriage and family therapist in Raleigh, N.C. This
How to Prevent Loneliness in a Time of Social Distancing
COVID-19 is not the only public health threat we should be worried about—loneliness is one as well. So how can you cultivate your social well-being while avoiding infection? People often blame technology for the prevalence of loneliness, pointing out that we spend too much
Coping with the Coronavirus
With all the fear around the recent spike of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we can feel panicked and anxious, like our life is spiraling out of control. This infographic aims to help us reflect and refocus our thinking on our
What’s Separation Anxiety and Separation Anxiety Disorder?
It’s natural for your young child to feel anxious when you say goodbye. In early childhood, crying, tantrums, or clinginess—all the hallmarks of separation anxiety—are healthy reactions to separation and a normal stage of development. While the intensity and timing
Is COVID-19 Causing an “Epidemic” of OCD?
The COVID pandemic has caused many of us to reconsider how vulnerable we are as we move about the world and worry about whether we can cope with what this international public health crisis may bring to our communities. While
How to support a loved one dealing with anxiety
People who have panic attacks often have no control over when their symptoms will strike. For people with panic disorder, these attacks come on suddenly, without any warning or cause. Those with specific phobias may only have panic attacks when