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Psychological help is needed when a person avoids or frequently withdraws from social situations, experiences emotional discomfort, or is extremely concerned about evaluation or rejection. Learn more ... Details >
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While many women experience some mild mood changes during or after the birth of a child, 15 to 20% of women experience more significant symptoms of depression or anxiety. Learn how you can prevent a w... Details >
This page from MEDLINEplus links to news and information about post-traumatic stress disorder.... Details >
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PTSD is a real illness. You can get PTSD after living through or seeing a dangerous event, such as war, a hurricane, or bad accident. PTSD makes you feel stressed and afraid after the danger is over. ... Details >
If you suspect that you might suffer from generalized anxiety disorder, also known as GAD, answer the questions, print out the results and share them with your health care professional. ... Details >
If you experience abrupt onset of intense fear or anxiety, you might suffer from panic attacks, a treatable disorder. Answer these questions, print out the results and share them with your health car... Details >
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Social phobia is a strong fear of being judged by others and of being embarrassed. This fear can be so strong that it gets in the way of going to work or school or doing other everyday things. Find ou... Details >
It can be hard to know when you're suffering from an unhealthy level of stress. Take this test to determine if stress may be putting your health at risk. Learn what you can do to feel stronger.... Details >
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People with generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, worry a lot about everyday things, even if there is little or no reason to worry about them. Talk to your doctor about your symptoms and treatment th... Details >