“Anxiety is a projection of fear that sends signals to the amygdala and hippocampus in the brain,” explains Melissa Hankins, MD, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist based in Seattle. And in some situations ...

An upcoming flight was the source of my anxiety. I recently had knee surgery and the idea of getting my bags to the terminal on my own made my heart race and my thoughts run wild: Assuming I made it ...

The next time you’re stressed, sweating, or overwhelmed, cross your arms, give yourself a little hug, and start tapping on your shoulders. Angie pulls out the easy-to-do move whenever she’s anxious or ...

If you’ve seen someone tapping their knees or shoulders on the subway lately, alternating between tapping their left and right sides, they’re using a science-based technique called “bilateral ...

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as “tapping,” is a method that some individuals have found helpful in managing their emotions. During EFT, individuals tap certain points on their body – ...

Decades of research have established that movement has a positive effect on mental health. By Erik Vance When it comes to mental health, most treatments for conditions like depression or anxiety come ...

EFT (also known as EFT tapping or 'tapping') is a practice where you tap different points on your body. Tamara Donn, an accredited expert EFT practitioner, describes it as "an empowering DIY self-help ...

Anxiety-reducing wellness trends – can’t live with ‘em, can’t live without trying ‘em. From CBD supplements and meditation to cold plunges and journaling, it seems like the answer to ridding ourselves ...

Anxiety prevention may be just a snowy trail away. New research suggests cross-country skiers -- and perhaps others who also exercise vigorously -- are less prone to develop anxiety disorders than ...

Cross-country ski racers were less likely to develop anxiety disorders. The good news is less intense aerobic activities may provide similar benefits. By Gretchen Reynolds To better cope with all the ...

This weekend’s breaking news in matters of pop culture and royal life zoomed in on The Duke of Sussex appearance on Apple TV Docu Series, The Me You Can’t See. In the show, viewers got a front row ...