This week you will learn more about avoidance and why avoiding things that make you anxious will not help you overcome your anxiety. You will also learn about behaviors that we call “quick fixes” ...

Welcome to the third module of LUNA! This week, you will learn more about avoidance and about why avoiding things that cause anxiety will not help your child overcome their fears. You will also learn ...

Maurizio, an urban high school teacher, sat miserably on my couch. Engulfed in a haze of despair, he recounted his recent battles with anxiety. He admitted to always having been a nervous individual, ...

As we look at anxiety, consider the following case. Ann was an elementary school teacher. For Ann, the sensations she experienced were feelings of unreality, shortness of breath, and stomach upset.

When a person struggles with having zero emotional resilience, they find it difficult to manage their emotions. They become avoidant and use unhealthy coping mechanisms to provide temporary and ...