Do certain foods cause anxiety? Do certain foods help ease anxiety? Does diet influence our overall mental health? And if so, can you lower your anxiety state by simply changing your diet? We tackle these and other questions in this video. Welcome to our third video in the series: “101 Anxiety Tips.” In today’s video, we simplify the complex world of diet and anxiety into three key lists: 5 Beneficial Eating Habits, 5 Foods to Avoid or Limit, and 5 Foods to Embrace. Let me k

Recorded Thursday, November 12th, 2020 Do you have questions about anxiety? About benzos and withdrawal? About your symptoms and possible remedies? About tips, tricks, and treatments to help you feel better? Or perhaps you just want to say hi. Whether you have been listening to the Benzo Free Podcast for months — or just recently discovered our Easing Anxiety videos — I hope you will stop by on Thursday and chat. Since this is our very first live video, I’m not really sure ho

Take a damaged nervous system from benzo dependence and withdrawal, mix in a worldwide viral outbreak, and you have the recipe for off-the-charts anxiety. Tune in as D chats off-script about benzos, anxiety, and a virus. In today’s episode, we dedicate the entire podcast to anxiety and the current situation with Covid-19. We also have our Moment of Peace and announce some changes taking effect for Benzo Free and the Podcast. Video ID: BFP061 Listen on YouTube The Benzo Free

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a new disease and what could happen can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel isolated and lonely and can increase stress and anxiety. However, these actions are necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Coping with stress in a healthy way will make you, the people you care abo

We all experience anxiety. For example, speaking in front of a group can make us anxious, but that anxiety also motivates us to prepare and practice. Driving in heavy traffic is another common source of anxiety, but it helps keep us alert and cautious to avoid accidents. However, when feelings of intense fear and distress become overwhelming and prevent us from doing everyday activities, an anxiety disorder may be the cause. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health

Occasional stress and anxiety is a normal part of life. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. An anxiety disorder is a medical condition that interfere with daily activities such as job performance, schoolwork, and relationships. Help raise awareness about anxiety disorders by sharing information and materials based on the latest research. Visit this Resource Website: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/education-awareness/shareable-resources-on-anxiety

Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure. People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also have physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness, or a rapid heartbeat. Anxiety is not the same as fear, but they are often used interchangeably. Anxiety is considered a future-oriented, lon