Anxiety is best described in simple terms. It's something that causes momentary fear, trepidation, and uneasiness. Depending on the situation (a test at school, an important work presentation, a blind date), you may notice a…
When is Pain Considered Chronic?
Pain is a normal part of the healing process and often keeps us from potentially harming ourselves further. On the other hand, unexplained or prolonged pain is a sign that something is amiss in the…
What Are The Most Common Mood Disorders?
West Texans understand all too well how a fluctuating economy can affect our moods. However, the underlying causes of mood swings are not always directly related to the price of oil. As our understanding of…
What Happens When PTSD Is Triggered?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental illness that one may develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, such as a natural disaster, serious accident, combat, or assault.Read More
How To Know If You Have Social Anxiety
Wanting to avoid certain situations is normal, like a big test at school or starting a new job. For most people, these feelings subside. But if they’re worse for you and create intense fear and…
Chronic Neuropathic Pain & Anxiety
If you experience symptoms of chronic neuropathic pain, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, nearly 16 million Americans have it. The National Alliance on Mental Illness says that anxiety is…
What Triggers OCD?
Just because you have a particular way of folding laundry doesn’t mean you suffer from a mental illness. Nor does your insistence that doors and windows are locked when you leave your house. But if…
The Most Common Chronic Pain Conditions
You've never been a fan of exclusive, club-type memberships, and being part of the chronic pain club is worse than you imagined. You've been in pain for months on end but don't know the cause…
Is Anxiety Genetic?
Anxiety is a serious mental health issue affecting millions of people. It’s sometimes brought on by unexpected events or the stress of everyday life such as work or school, but continual anxiety is a condition…
OCD and Cleaning
Are you obsessed with cleaning products? Does your closet have to be meticulously organized before you begin or end the day? Do you insist that glassware be arranged in the kitchen cupboards or pantry specifically…