Anxiety

A growing number of young adults are reporting mental health issues that interfere with their work or productivity, according to a recent UK study. Overall, 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. are living with mental illness. So, what is causing the rise in depression and other mental health disorders? Jackson House President Dr. Bruce Figuered believes that stress, societal changes, scre ...

After one of the closest and most politically charged election cycles of our lifetime, many are feeling big emotions. Dr. Bruce Figuered recognizes that politicians and pundits play on fear and hyperbole to motivate voters to choose their side, but this can leave people scared and anxious if their candidate isn't elected. So, what can you do with all of the residual anxiety an ...

While it seems counterintuitive, it is possible to harness anxiety for constructive results. People living with the condition may have more drive, heightened awareness, and self-reflection than those without it.

Anxiety can impact everyday life, making it difficult to carry out a range of routine tasks and deal with the demands of daily life. For some people, residential treatment can provide an intensive form of care that helps to treat anxiety when other treatment methods may have been ineffective.

Human emotions are intricately intertwined, and fear and anxiety are nearly impossible to separate. Understanding this relationship helps individuals cope with these feelings as they arise. By recognizing the triggers and symptoms, you can navigate both fear and anxiety with grace and resilience.

There are plenty of great mental health services throughout San Diego. Whether you want to talk to someone on the phone or in person, you will undoubtedly find an experienced mental health professional available to help.

Like anything, it’s important to practice moderation when using social media. Excessive use of social media can cause anxiety and harm your mental health.

It goes without saying that our habits and behaviors can impact our mental health and well-being, which is why we must be so careful with how we spend our time. For example, various studies have found that too much screen time—whether it be scrolling on our phones or working at our desks—can be detrimental to our mental health, leading to an increase in negative feelings such as stress and anxiety.

Anxiety and depression are common experiences among people in the United States, for which there are many available treatment options.

When it comes to looking after and understanding your mental health, there are many avenues to explore and learn about. As an individual, it is important to realize that there can be many contributing factors that will impact the condition of your overall mental health, and many conditions that can coexist. It is important to understand what these are so you can seek the right treatment and support.