Anxiety

Uneasiness that takes hold of the mind and body

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Anxiety isn’t just nervousness — it’s the body’s alarm system stuck on “on.” From daily stressors to chronic conditions, we explore how science, therapy, and self-awareness can help quiet the noise and restore calm.

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Trends & Signals
The Real Life Results Of Not Seeking Help

A clinical psychologist speaks to States of Mind about the real life implications of not…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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Technology
Can Health Tech Help Support Mental Wellness?

Technology is innovating healthcare options — can it help to support mental wellness? 

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
Beckley Retreats
Altered Healing

Beckley Retreats: A Deeper Look at Legal Psychedelic Therapy

States of Mind gets an in-depth view at one of the industry's leading psychedelic therapy providers.

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
silent Panic attacks
Mental States
Silent Panic Attacks: What They Are & How to Manage Them

Discover the signs, causes, and best ways to cope with silent panic attacks in daily…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
Different Types of Group Therapy: Understanding the Main Approaches
Practices
Different Types of Group Therapy: Understanding the Main Approaches

Walking into a room full of strangers can be daunting at first. Having to talk about…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
How Narcissists Can Ruin Holidays, Birthdays and other Special Occasions
Trends & Signals

Why Holidays Can Be Difficult With People With Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Occasions like holidays and birthdays typically bring to mind joy, laughter, and quality time with those closest to you. But…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski
Integrative Therapy
Altered Healing
Inside an Integrative Therapy Session: How Talk Therapy, the Body, and the Nervous System Intersect

Integrative therapy can support emotional processing and lasting healing.

Expert-Reviewed by: Laurin Angermeier
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Human Journeys
My Experience at a Legal Psilocybin Therapy Retreat 

States of Mind's Senior Editor tells us what actually happens at a psychedelic therapy session.

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
ketamine therapy
Altered Healing

Ketamine Therapy: Medical Potential & Recreational Risks

Ketamine use is on the rise, both medically and recreationally. There are big differences. We take a deeper look.

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Eulas Clinic Ketamine Therapy
Altered Healing
Eulas Clinics: Bringing Ketamine Treatment to Scotland

Scotland’s first ketamine therapy clinic is working to help patients with depression, anxiety, addiction, and…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig
Anxiety and Chest Pain: Understanding the Connection
Scientific Research
Anxiety and Chest Pain: Understanding the Connection

For many, chest pain often triggers immediate fear, and the first thing many think about…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Christopher Gauci
Medical Cannabis NHS
Altered Healing

“This Is Medicine”: The Fight to Bring Medical Cannabis Into the NHS

Medical cannabis is legal in the UK, yet NHS access is rare. Why are patients being kept from treatment?

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Grischa Judanin
How Long Does Dizziness From Anxiety Last?
Mental States
How Long Does Dizziness From Anxiety Last? 

Sometimes dizziness fades within minutes, but in rare cases it lingers for months.* What does…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
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Human Journeys
Why I Left Television to Build a Mental Health App

Neil Smith discovered newfound meaning by leaving a successful career to fight the men's health…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
men's mental health struggles
Trends & Signals

The Pressure to Be ‘Strong’ Is Killing Men. So Why Won’t They Ask for Help?

Men are suffering from rising depression and suicide rates. Experts weigh in on what’s holding men back from healing.

Expert-Reviewed by: Erin Gillespie
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Human Journeys
I Wasn't Sick, But I Wasn't Well: A Mental Health Story

States of Mind's senior editor shares his journey to overcome anxiety through mindfulness, microdosing, and…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig
Men and sexual anxiety
Trends & Signals
Sex, Masculinity, and Men’s Silent Struggle

Many men quietly carry anxiety and shame around sex. From experiencing sexual dysfunction and frustration,…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
Is It Love or Anxious Avoidant Attachment? Understanding the Pattern
Mental States

Is It Love or Anxious-Avoidant Attachment? Understanding the Pattern

Discover what the anxious-avoidant (or fearful-avoidant) attachment style is, its impact on relationships, and tips to foster healthier emotional connections.

Expert-Reviewed by: Erin Gillespie
BPD vs NPD: The Fine Line Between Borderline and Narcissistic Patterns
Mental States
BPD vs NPD: The Fine Line Between Borderline and Narcissistic Patterns

What’s the real difference between BPD and NPD? Two distinct paths shaped by fear, shame,…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski
Over-Connected Kids: Is Digital Life Making Young People Sick?
Trends & Breakthroughs
Over-Connected Kids: Is Digital Life Making Young People Sick?

Recent years have seen a rise in problematic social media use in young adults —…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski

Editorial Picks

Anxiety and ADHD
Mental States
The Rise of ADHD: Awareness or Overdiagnosis?

ADHD diagnoses are on the rise. Are we overdiagnosing or simply more aware? The answer…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
From Chaos to Clarity: Master Your ADHD Routine
Practices
From Chaos to Clarity: Master Your ADHD Routine

Learn how to create an effective ADHD routine with simple strategies for better organization, time…

Expert-Reviewed by: Parul Yadav
Practices
ADHD Morning Routine: Simple Steps for a Productive Day

Struggling with mornings? Learn how to create an ADHD morning routine that supports your brain…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski
Practices
Different Types of Group Therapy: Understanding the Main Approaches

Walking into a room full of strangers can be daunting at first. Having to talk about…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
When To See A Psychiatrist
Practices
When To See A Psychiatrist

Talking about mental health (MH) and treating mental illnesses may have been normalised to a…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
Practices
A Calm Way to Reconnect: A 60-second Body Scan Meditation for ADHD

Step-by-step body scan meditation instruction for those struggling with attention issues.

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
Human Journeys
Cancer Patient Faces Hurdles After Diagnosis — Could Psychedelics Help End-of-Life Care?

A cancer patient takes control of his well-being; while research says psychedelics could help those…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski
silent Panic attacks
Mental States
Silent Panic Attacks: What They Are & How to Manage Them

Discover the signs, causes, and best ways to cope with silent panic attacks in daily…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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