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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon Side EffectsSevere Side EffectsPhysical Dependence and ToleranceWithdrawalDrug Abuse and Addiction Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Side Effects Severe Side Effects Physical Dependence and Tolerance Withdrawal Drug Abuse and Addiction Close What is the most important information I should know about Ativan?You should not take Ativan if:you have a hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines or other ingredients in this medication; oryou have acute narrow-angle glaucoma....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Genuine Friendships MatterSigns to Look ForHow to Handle ItAre You a Likable Person? Take the Test Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Genuine Friendships Matter Signs to Look For How to Handle It Are You a Likable Person? Take the Test Close There are times in life when it seems like someone isn’t genuinely interested in being your friend. Several telltale indicators include being reserved during your interactions, consistently failing to initiate contact, and constantly giving excuses in order to avoid plans....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionCausesSolutionsWhen to Seek Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Causes Solutions When to Seek Help Close What Are Sunday Scaries? The Cleveland Clinic defines Sunday Scaries as “feelings of intense anxiety and dread that routinely occur every Sunday.” While these feelings generally begin to appear later in the day, someone withhigher levels of anxietymay start to experience them earlier, even upon waking....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptoms and SignsDiagnosisFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms and Signs Diagnosis Frequently Asked Questions Agoraphobiatypically presents as overwhelming anxiety that is irrational and inappropriate for the circumstances—usually when the person attempts to leave home or even thinks of doing so. This article discusses the specific symptoms and signs of agoraphobia that clinicians use to diagnose the disorder....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns & SymptomsOther SymptomsComplications and ComorbiditiesFAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs & Symptoms Other Symptoms Complications and Comorbidities FAQ Close A person with this condition will often experiencesymptoms of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. These symptoms range in severity. This article looks at the most common symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder and how to recognize them. Symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder can broadly be categorized into obsessions and compulsions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptoms of Excess Vitamin DCauses of Vitamin D ToxicityVitamin D Supplement SafetyDepression and Vitamin D Deficiency Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms of Excess Vitamin D Causes of Vitamin D Toxicity Vitamin D Supplement Safety Depression and Vitamin D Deficiency Close Taking too much vitamin D can lead to an excess of calcium in the blood, resulting in physical symptoms such as frequent urination, weakness, nausea, and vomiting....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistorical Perspectives on FandomFandom and IdentityFan EntitlementMisogyny and Racism in FandomThe Future of Toxic Fandom Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Historical Perspectives on Fandom Fandom and Identity Fan Entitlement Misogyny and Racism in Fandom The Future of Toxic Fandom Most toxic fandom activities take place via online community websites or social media, especially Twitter, although they can also be seen in other places, such as fan events and conventions....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Mental Impairment? Substantial Limitation Drug and Alcohol Abuse Reasonable Accommodation Disclosing Your Condition Dealing With Discrimination Next in Depression Guide Close If you have a mental disorder such as major depression, you may wonder what your rights are when you apply for a job or are up for a promotion. Obviously, if you had a physical disability it wouldn’t be legal for an employer to discriminate against you, thanks to the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), which came into effect in 1992 to prevent private employers, state and local governments, employment agencies, and labor unions from discriminating against people with disabilities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding AttentionTypes of AttentionWhat Can You Do to Improve Attention? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding Attention Types of Attention What Can You Do to Improve Attention? Close Attention is the ability to actively process specific information in the environment while tuning out other details. It’s like a highlighter or spotlight and makes what we focus on stand out. However, attention is limited in terms of both capacity and duration....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Attachment Styles?Signs and BehaviorsHow to Identify Avoidant Attachment in YourselfAvoidant Attachment in RelationshipsHow to Date an Avoidant Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Attachment Styles? Signs and Behaviors How to Identify Avoidant Attachment in Yourself Avoidant Attachment in Relationships How to Date an Avoidant Close Whether you’re simply curious about the different attachment style types or suspect you or another person may have anavoidant attachment style, this article will shed some light on the topic....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat You’ll Learn From a Sleep StudyThe Relationship Between Sleep and Mental HealthCo-Occurring DisordersHow to Improve Your Sleep HabitsNext in Mind Over Mattress GuideHow Does a Lack of Sleep Affect Your Mental Health? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What You’ll Learn From a Sleep Study The Relationship Between Sleep and Mental Health Co-Occurring Disorders How to Improve Your Sleep Habits Next in Mind Over Mattress Guide...

Close Information in this article might be triggering to some people. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. Information in this article might be triggering to some people. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionPsychological ExplanationsMedical ConditionsPhysiological MechanismsHow to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Psychological Explanations Medical Conditions Physiological Mechanisms How to Get Help Close You may have heard people speak of a “sense of impending doom” in a number of ways. It’s sometimes used to refer to a general sense that something bad is about to happen, but it can also be a symptom of a number of psychological and medical conditions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Anxiety Attacks?SignsCausesTreatmentCoping With Anxiety Attacks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Anxiety Attacks? Signs Causes Treatment Coping With Anxiety Attacks Close If you’ve ever had an anxiety attack, you know how challenging it can be. The experience may be disorienting and bewildering to you. “Why is this happening?” you might think. You may wonder what is causing your anxiety to feel so out of control....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Connection Between Stress and Chest PressureComplicationsDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Connection Between Stress and Chest Pressure Complications Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close Chest pressure and pain are symptoms closely linked to stress, anxiety, or panic.When you are stressed or panicked, your body releases stress hormones that can cause all kinds of physical symptoms, and chest pressure or pain is one of them....