Everyone encounters moments of anxiety. Your nerves are in overdrive before a big presentation. You’re doubtful that the cutie you have your eye on will say “yes” to a date. Or the logistics of coordinating a cross-country move are scrambling your brain. This type of anxiety is part of life. Anxiety is a natural stress…
Experiencing occasional anxiety is typical, but if you’ve experienced an anxiety attack, you know how scary it can be. Understanding the causes of an anxiety attack can help reduce their frequency and severity. What is an Anxiety Attack? People often use the term “anxiety attack” interchangeably with “panic attacks,” but they’re not the same. Anxiety…
The signs of anxiety and anxiety disorders are varied. They look different from person to person and may differ as people age and develop. If you’re worried that you or someone you love suffers from an anxiety disorder, this post will help you understand the signs. Understanding Anxiety Most people experience some anxiety throughout their…
There are a lot of different terms to consider when it comes to anxiety and anxiety disorders. One of the most confusing distinctions may be panic attack vs. anxiety attack. Are these terms the same? And if not, how do you know which one you are experiencing? At Integrative Life Center, we can help answer…
Depression and anxiety often co-occur, and you may need dual diagnosis therapy to treat both conditions. At Integrative Life Center in Nashville, we use comprehensive approaches that combine mental health treatment with addiction recovery treatment programs. Hopefully, this gives you the best opportunity to live a productive life and enjoy sound mental health. Learn more…
If you find that you’re struggling with a combination of depression and anxiety, or you’re battling just one of those problems, we can help you move past them. At Integrative Life Center, we know it’s important to have strong treatment and the right people on your side. You shouldn’t settle for less than that, and…
There are a lot of links between mental health issues and addiction problems. One can lead to or be caused by another, and having both the addiction and mental health concerns can make it harder to break free. But if you get help and support for a combination problem like addiction to alcohol and anxiety…
When you have a loved one with anxiety, it can be hard to see them struggling. You might feel like there isn’t anything you can do, but that’s not the case. Being supportive and helping them get the treatment they need are very important roles to play in the life of someone you care about.…
If you have problems with anxiety and alcohol, you’re not alone. Often, we see the two issues together because people who have anxiety often turn to alcohol to help them cope. But That’s not a safe way of handling anxiety problems, and it can lead to larger issues in the future. Alcohol addiction is one…
Many people experience anxiety and depression to distressing events. When the conditions become chronic, it points to a problem much larger than a simple case of nerves or the blues. Anxiety disorder causes people to experience profound emotions of worry, panic, or fear regularly. Physical symptoms may include a racing heart, sweating, difficulty breathing, and…