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In this video, we’ll explore what happens to your mind and body when you experience anxiety. From the racing thoughts and overwhelming worry to the physical symptoms like a pounding heart and shortness of breath, we’ll delve into the various ways anxiety manifests. You’ll gain insights into the common triggers and learn about the psychological …

A MAP OF EMOTIONSA study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Published – November 27, 2013

Everyone experiences unhelpful thoughts to some degree, but when a person is doing this automatically and consistently, these thoughts can lead to emotional distress. Below are some examples of unhelpful thinking styles – as you read through them, you may begin to notice some unhelpful thoughts that you tend to have.

A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause. Panic attacks can be very frightening. When panic attacks occur, you might think you're losing control, having a heart attack or even dying.

The fight or flight response is our body's natural response to perceived threats or dangers. We need it for survival. We would not be here without it.

The problem is the body cannot always tell the difference between a physical threat or an emotional threat. It can also not always tell the difference between a present threat and a future threat.

So the fight or flight system can become triggered even if there is no physical threat. In such cases, you can tell your body you are safe by breathing in a calm and deliberate way.