Stress Simplified

Understanding anxiety

Anxiety disorders are a group of conditions with exaggerated anxiousness and worry about a number of concerns that persists for an extended period of time. more >>

The common symptoms of anxiety disorders

Some symptoms of anxiety are common to all types of anxiety disorders. Other symptoms are more specific to a certain type of anxiety disorder. more >>

Treating anxiety

Doctors use a two-pronged approach to manage anxiety disorders, based on the belief that the condition is part physical and part psychological in nature. more >>

More than just stress

Sometimes, what seems like stress may actually be due to a medical condition... More >>

Stress and illness

Stress is a health problem in itself, but it can also lead to other physical and emotional... More >>

Health Tip

If constipation is an issue for you, consider making changes to your diet. For instance, boosting the amount of fluids you drink and eating foods rich in fiber (such as fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains) may make a difference.

Coping with stress through exercise

Physical activity ideas
If you're not a big fan of grueling workouts in the gym, rest assured that there are plenty of fun ways to stay fit with outdoor activities.
Yoga: For your body and mind
Yoga may bring to mind pictures of people holding seemingly impossible poses. But it's about more than just flexibility.
Exercise: it's never too late
Try these tips for developing an exercise program

Complications of stress

Featured Association

Women For Sobriety
Dedicated to helping women overcome alcoholism and other addictions.
American Council for Headache Education
Dedicated to the study and treatment of headache and face pain.

Support Groups

Visit our Stress Support Group Database and get personal assistance for you or your loved ones. There are experienced health care professionals in your community that are well-prepared to provide care.

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