Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. High-pressure situations come with high performance ...

High-functioning anxiety affects many successful people who appear confident but struggle with self-doubt and perfectionism. Here are the signs, causes, and some coping strategies. TheHealthSite.com ...

The idea of an anxious person may conjure up notions of nervous energy, scattered chatter, even a sense of panic. Symptoms of high-functioning anxiety, however, are usually veiled behind the ...

Anxiety isn’t just about feeling stressed or worried. For millions of Americans it’s a daily battle that affects everything from relationships to career choices. With 31% of adults experiencing an ...

Older adults dealing with depression often face compounding challenges when they become intensely fearful of their own ...

This blog curates the voices of the Division of Psychoanalysis (39) of the American Psychological Association. Mitchell Milch, LCSW, submits this post. Performance anxieties are like fire alarms. They ...

Not everyone who seems distant or awkward is being rude. While it's easy to interpret minimal eye contact or short responses as disinterest, these behaviors often stem from social anxiety.

Dr. Szymanski answers the question: 'Can An Anxiety Disorder Be Prevented?' — -- Question: Can an anxiety disorder be prevented? Answer: Anxiety disorders can be prevented. If you start to notice ...

If you need to unwind from a stressful day, or if you struggle with depression and anxiety, the “go hard or go home” approach may worsen symptoms. Instead, take an easy walk with neighbors, or take a ...

Natural techniques like deep breathing, meditation, proper sleep, light exercise and positive self-talk can help reduce exam anxiety and improve focus. TheHealthSite.com ...