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An Anti-Anxiety Medication Was Just Recalled Due to a 'Risk of Infection'—Here's What to Know

An Anti-Anxiety Medication Was Just Recalled Due to a 'Risk of Infection'—Here's What to Know

The drug was reportedly contaminated with a "foreign substance."

It Took 2 Years of Suffering Panic Attacks Before I Finally Sought Help for My Anxiety

It Took 2 Years of Suffering Panic Attacks Before I Finally Sought Help for My Anxiety

When Weng Cheong had her first panic attack at 18, she thought she might die. Now 23, she shares her struggle with these terrifying episodes and coming to terms with having anxiety.

12 Signs You May Have an Anxiety Disorder

12 Signs You May Have an Anxiety Disorder

The symptoms of anxiety can be hard to detect. Find out the anxiety disorder symptoms experts say you should pay attention to, and how to know if you're having an anxiety attack.

5 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Having a Panic Attack

5 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Having a Panic Attack

No, they can't just "calm down."

The Best Meditation Apps to Help Beat Anxiety and Stress

The Best Meditation Apps to Help Beat Anxiety and Stress

Our reviewer tried seven of the best free meditation apps—there's one perfect for you.

RHOC's Emily Simpson Has Anxiety Attack as She Opens Up About Marital Problems: 'I Feel Lost'

RHOC's Emily Simpson Has Anxiety Attack as She Opens Up About Marital Problems: 'I Feel Lost'

"I'm just hanging on in each aspect of my life," Emily Simpson said on Tuesday's Real Housewives of Orange County.

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The 12 Best Weighted Blankets for Anxiety—and Why You Might Want to Buy One

The 12 Best Weighted Blankets for Anxiety—and Why You Might Want to Buy One

They claim to relieve stress and wrap you in a giant hug. Here's what an expert says—and what you should know before you buy one of these top-rated weighted blankets.

7 Scary Things You Never Knew About Cell Phone Addiction

7 Scary Things You Never Knew About Cell Phone Addiction

Yes, it's real. And it's worse than you think. Here are some alarming facts I learned from the new book 'How to Break Up With Your Phone.'

I Suffer Panic Attacks at the Gym—Here's What Helps Me Get Past the Anxiety

I Suffer Panic Attacks at the Gym—Here's What Helps Me Get Past the Anxiety

7 Signs of a Nervous Breakdown

7 Signs of a Nervous Breakdown

This New Diet Is Supposed to Help Your Anxiety—So I Tried It

This New Diet Is Supposed to Help Your Anxiety—So I Tried It

Riverdale's Camila Mendes Is 'Done with Dieting' After Dealing with Past Eating Disorders

Riverdale's Camila Mendes Is 'Done with Dieting' After Dealing with Past Eating Disorders

3 Yoga Stretches to Relieve Stress and Anxiety

Are you holding tension in your neck, back, and shoulders? Try these yoga stretches you can do almost anywhere. Yoga expert Kristin McGee demonstrates three effective, stress-busting moves in this video.

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People on Twitter Are Sharing Their Before-and-After Mental Health 'Glow-up' Photos, and It's Beautiful

People on Twitter Are Sharing Their Before-and-After Mental Health 'Glow-up' Photos, and It's Beautiful

6 Cognitive Distortions That Could Be Fueling Your Anxious Thoughts

6 Cognitive Distortions That Could Be Fueling Your Anxious Thoughts

Can Anxiety and Depression Be Contagious? We Asked the Experts

Can Anxiety and Depression Be Contagious? We Asked the Experts

I Was Suicidal for Years—Until I Finally Got the Right Diagnosis and Everything Changed

I Was Suicidal for Years—Until I Finally Got the Right Diagnosis and Everything Changed

What's the Difference Between an Emotional Support Animal and a Service Dog?

What's the Difference Between an Emotional Support Animal and a Service Dog?

These Are the Supplements That Taylor Swift Takes to Ease Her Anxiety

These Are the Supplements That Taylor Swift Takes to Ease Her Anxiety

Acupuncture Is the Natural Anxiety Remedy You Might Want to Try

Acupuncture Is the Natural Anxiety Remedy You Might Want to Try

Are You Being Gaslighted at Work? Here's What to Do About This Dangerous Form of Abuse

Are You Being Gaslighted at Work? Here's What to Do About This Dangerous Form of Abuse

10 Things You Need to Know if Your Partner Has Anxiety

10 Things You Need to Know if Your Partner Has Anxiety

What Is Panic Disorder—and How Do You Know If You Have It?

What Is Panic Disorder—and How Do You Know If You Have It?

I Was a Total Skeptic About CBD—But Now I Use It Every Day

I Was a Total Skeptic About CBD—But Now I Use It Every Day

12 Wellness Destinations That Are Perfect for People With Anxiety

12 Wellness Destinations That Are Perfect for People With Anxiety

Ask Yourself These 3 Questions to Stop Overthinking a Problem

Ask Yourself These 3 Questions to Stop Overthinking a Problem

The Weird Reason Why Drinking Alcohol Can Make You Feel Anxious the Next Day

The Weird Reason Why Drinking Alcohol Can Make You Feel Anxious the Next Day

Why Drinking Coffee Might Be Fueling Your Anxiety

Why Drinking Coffee Might Be Fueling Your Anxiety

11 Ways to Help Someone Who Has Anxiety

11 Ways to Help Someone Who Has Anxiety

Do You Have Social Anxiety–or Are You Just Awkward at Parties?

Do You Have Social Anxiety–or Are You Just Awkward at Parties?

The Best Stress-Relief Gifts for Someone With Anxiety

The Best Stress-Relief Gifts for Someone With Anxiety

You Could Have This Anxiety Disorder If You Can't Pee in Public

You Could Have This Anxiety Disorder If You Can't Pee in Public

This Is What It's Like to Be an Adult With Separation Anxiety

This Is What It's Like to Be an Adult With Separation Anxiety

How to Tell the Difference Between a Panic Attack and an Anxiety Attack

How to Tell the Difference Between a Panic Attack and an Anxiety Attack

5 Ways to Actually Enjoy a Party When You Have Social Anxiety

5 Ways to Actually Enjoy a Party When You Have Social Anxiety

14 Signs You Could Be Having a Panic Attack

14 Signs You Could Be Having a Panic Attack

Powerful Video Captures What a Mom's Panic Attack Looks Like

Powerful Video Captures What a Mom's Panic Attack Looks Like

Workplace Bullying Is a Dangerous Form of Abuse—Here's What to Do About It

Workplace Bullying Is a Dangerous Form of Abuse—Here's What to Do About It