In our ongoing collaboration with the Aha Connection, licensed counselor Jessica Fosse with Atlanta Specialized Care shares some advice for helping worried kids find calm. Anxiety can be overwhelming for both caregivers and their children when it hits, but Fosse offers helpful and practical solutions for when anxiety strikes. Her first tip is to teach
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Managing Increased Responsibilities as Parents
Caring for kids can bring up complicated feelings to navigate Being a parent is not an easy feat; the responsibility is immense. Parents aim for their children to become caring, responsible, and well-adjusted adults. The parent has to be a protector, caregiver, teacher, role model, support system, and provider. It is a never-ending job with
Read MoreCan I See the Same Therapist for Depression and Anxiety Counseling?
Suffering from depression and anxiety can be difficult and distressing. People of all ages deal with depression and or anxiety, but many don’t realize that the two are very closely connected. Research shows that up to 60% of people with depression also experience anxiety, and 50 to 70% of those with anxiety tend to become
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Have you noticed your preteen or teenager showing consistent signs of anxiety? Are they regularly nervous or anxious about attending school or other extracurricular activities? Social anxiety affects many teens and young adults, making it a common disorder during a time of social transition and identity formation. Social anxiety is estimated to affect 13% of
Read MoreWhat Is The Best Treatment For Anxiety and Panic Attacks?
Occasional anxiety is a normal reaction to challenges in our lives. We all experience common signs and symptoms of anxiety, such as nervousness, restlessness, worrying, and a sense of danger, in certain situations and during major changes in our lives. However, when anxiety becomes so intense, excessive, and persistent that it triggers a panic attack
Read MoreTop Methods To Calm Anxiety
In today’s often complex and hectic world, we all experience some degree of situational anxiety from time to time. It might be triggered by a challenging task, an unexpected expense, a health concern, or other issue that can be dealt with easily. For some people, however, they experience feelings of excessive anxiety, fear, terror, or panic almost all the
Read MoreWhich anxiety disorder types are the most common?
An anxiety disorder is a mental health condition characterized by excessive worry, fear, or apprehension about everyday situations. It can vary in intensity from mild to crippling and can be experienced by people of all ages. Let’s talk about the most common types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms and treatments, and where you can go
Read MoreWhy Affluent Communities Of North Atlanta Are Struggling With Anxiety, Depression, And Addiction
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the rates of anxiety, depression, and addiction among adolescents and adults are on the rise. One would think that economic status has a lot to do with this disturbing trend, but even affluent communities, like Milton, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, and Dunwoody in North Atlanta,
Read MoreTips to Find the Right Therapist for Anxiety
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task when it comes to seeking professional help for anxiety. With so many options available, how do you know who fits you best? Let’s discuss a few tips to help you find the right therapist for your needs, the different types of anxiety, and where you can
Read MoreWhat Are the Different Types of Anxiety Disorders and How Do I Know Which One I Have?
Anxiety is a natural stress response that has served to keep humans alive by alerting one to potential danger in an adverse environment or circumstance. A minimal amount of anxiety is normal – however, if you find that your daily life, social life, work-life, and/or relationships are stunted by your anxiety, then you may be
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