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When you’re struggling with overwhelming emotional distress, you may feel like the only way to cope with it is by engaging in self-harm behavior. Though it can provide you with momentary relief by taking your attention away from your overwhelming thoughts, it’s not a permanent solution. According to one analysis of the prevalence of non-suicidal […]

According to statistics by the National Institute of Mental Health, about 2.7 percent of US adults were diagnosed with a panic disorder in the last year. But this doesn’t include the people who experience a panic attack but aren’t diagnosed with the disorder. Estimates show that between 15 and 30 percent of people will have […]

Is your work performance above average? Stellar, even? Do your friends think you’re funny, calm, and have it all together? But what if, under that calm and collected exterior, you’re constantly anxious about making a mistake, disappointing others, and making a bad impression? That’s what high-functioning anxiety feels like. Although it’s not a formally recognized […]