Perhaps one of the most common feelings that we experience every day is being anxious. In a world that constantly demands productivity regardless of any other current pressing stresses, it is easy to succumb to anxiety. Some of us however, may easily reject this hypothesis and claim that they don’t experience anxiety, but anxiety doesn’t have to exemplify the commonly … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2015
School Anxiety: 5 Quick and Simple Ways to De-Stress as the School Year Begins
Whether you’re in middle, high school or college, you’ve most likely reached the end of your summer and are beginning to get back into the swing of classes, homework, and school in general. And for a lot of students, when school starts, so does the stress that comes along with it. While school is important, it’s equally important to keep yourself mentally healthy, so if you’re … [Read more...]
How to Overcome Anxiety: Stories of Hope and Help
We all have a story. And yours is a special, important one that matters. Below are the courageous stories from our readers which show, from their experiences, how to overcome anxiety and depression. The submissions are from teens, college students, parents, family members and more. They are completely unedited. To submit your own story, Just Fill It Out Here Right … [Read more...]
Teen Weight & Mental Health: Exclusive AiT Interview with Expert Dr. Sherry Pagoto
Join us for an exclusive AiT interview with psychologist and nutrition expert Dr. Sherry Pagoto and learn about the impact of weight and mental health. Ait: What interested you in the area of weight and the psychological connections that go along with it? SP: In my clinical practice, I have found that about 60% of people coming for weight loss counseling had a … [Read more...]