Feelings of loss and loneliness are usual happenings in our lives. We laugh and celebrate when we are happy, while we mourn during sadness. These are two important opposing poles that make life very much interesting. But, how does it feel to be stuck in one pole? Is there a [...]
We are very much aware of stress and how it can be physically and mentally draining. There are people who manage stress well, while other have difficulties. Stress, if not dealt properly with could actually transform into anxiety. There are people who feels stressed when they are in an open [...]
One thing I’ve noticed with Prozac is that any changes in dose causes side effects.
Whether you are going from Zero to 20mg, or 20mg to 40mg, or 40mg to 20mg, any changes are probably going to cause side effects.
For me the biggest side effect was dizziness. Recently I’ve reduced dose from 40mg to 20mg and [...]
Being sad once in a while is just a part of life. When a loved-one leaves for abroad, we feel a tinge of loneliness, despite the fact that we can easily communicate with them. This is also true when the team that we are rooting for was not able to make it in the finals. [...]
Agoraphobia is derived from the Greek words Agora and Phobo. The meaning of this is fear of marketplace. This kind of disorder is not fear of open spaces. Instead, it is a fear of crowded events or places. In this article, I would like to give light on the causes of Agoraphobia.
Having Agoraphobia is a [...]
Nervousness is actually a normal mechanism of our body. It is a warning sign when one’s life is in danger. However, this feeling can actually get serious if it is highly intense and frequent. This kind of nervousness can already be characterized as Anxiety. In this article, I’ll be sharing my own experience about coping [...]
A crowded place is a huge no for those who have Agoraphobia. It’s difficult for them to be in the public due to the fear that they might have an anxiety attack in the midst of this event or place. Yes, this episode is associated with panic or anxiety attack. Hence, in this article I [...]
For victims of anxiety episodes, we all hope that we could simply stop panic attacks in just one night. However, the reality is far from what we are wishing for. Panic Attacks can’t be avoided by just flicking a switch. It’s actually a long process that demands patience and perseverance.
I myself have experienced sleepless nights [...]
This article aims to help people who experience intense anxiety by giving easy tips on how to cure panic attacks. The tactics that I will be giving are quick relief that can be done in order to subside the painful symptoms of panic. For people who have this kind of episode, preparedness is one of [...]
I can’t take anti-depressants seriously, they are a serious drug, but they’re just a tool. Nothing to get too hung up about. This cartoon made me chuckle. Especially the first square!