Panic disorders and Their Tie to Valium Addiction

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Valium, diazepam, is a long-acting benzodiazepine, that is often used, against recommendation, to treat anxiety disorders such as panic disorder. Benzodiazepines…

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Co-occurring Disorders in Teenagers: Cocaine and Anxiety

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Anxiety commonly occurs in the teenage population due to the many changing factors associated with this life stage. Hormonal changes, physical…

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Teenage Addiction and Self-Harm: Co-occurring Disorders

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Nonsuicidal self-injury disorder, better known as self-harm, is characterized by the purposeful actions of causing physical harm to oneself without the…

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Seasonal Affective Disorder, Holiday Anxiety and the Holiday Blues

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Shorter daylight, colder temperatures and the beginning of fall and winter can trigger feelings of low mood, lack of motivation, loss…

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Netflix documentary “Heroin(e) Highlights Opioid Documentary

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The opioid epidemic has been ravishing through the United State of America since the 1990’s and it has been worsening over…

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When Typical Teenager Behavior Becomes Troubled Teenager Behavior

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As teenagers begin to assert their independence and find their own identity, many experience behavioral changes that can seem bizarre and…

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How Can I Tell if My Child Have Anxiety?

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An anxiety disorder is characterized by an irrational, persistent, and overwhelming sense of fear and worry that interferes with daily activities….

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Is There More Than One Type of Childhood Anxiety?

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Anxiety disorders in children are characterized by a sense of overwhelming, persistent and unrealistic fear and worry. Anxiety can result in…

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How Can I Help My Child During an Anxiety or Panic Attack?

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Anxiety attacks, formally known as panic attacks, are scary. As a parent, it can be extremely devastating to witness your child…

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How to Treat my Child’s Anxiety Disorder?

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Anxiety disorders are known to affect 25% of children between 13 and 18 years of age and can severely interfere with…

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