Category: Anxiety

Blog posts, news articles, and other resources from The Center • A Place of HOPE

Can Dehydration Cause Anxiety?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  July 15, 2023

Have you ever felt more worried or restless when you haven’t drank enough water in the day? It turns out there may be a scientific explanation for this. You may have heard the saying that 75% of the human body is made up of water. While that percentage varies depending...

How To Calm an Anxious Stomach From Anxiety and Stress

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  April 26, 2023

You’ve probably experienced this before: You’re about to make a big public speech, go on a first date, or interview for a new job. You’re feeling understandably nervous about it. But, not only are you feeling emotionally anxious – there’s an uncomfortable sensation in your stomach as well. You might...

10 Vitamins and Supplements for Anxiety

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  April 5, 2023

Anxiety is the most common mental health issue in the world. Some studies estimate that over one billion people across the globe suffer from anxiety. In the US, 18% of the population live with anxiety, rising to an estimated 25% of children between the ages of 13 and 18. It’s...

What are the Long and Short Term Effects of Anxiety?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  February 25, 2023

Anxiety is a mental health issue experienced by an increasing number of people. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults (19.1% of the U.S. population) age 18 and older every year. Anxiety disorders...

How To Deal With Separation Anxiety

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  January 21, 2023

Anxiety is the world’s most commonly experienced mental health condition, one that can take many forms - including separation anxiety. Separation anxiety is a type of anxiety experienced most frequently during early childhood, although older children, adolescents, and adults can suffer from this difficult type of anxiety. This article will...

Nine Grounding Techniques to Calm Panic Attacks

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  December 14, 2022

In this article, we explore what grounding is and why it works. You will find nine of the best grounding techniques for calming panic attacks listed below for you to try, plus a full explanation of the theory behind them. As you will read, everyone is different, so experiment and...

The Physical Symptoms of Anxiety

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  November 10, 2022

Anxiety is a common mental health condition affecting millions of people in the U.S. When you think of the symptoms of anxiety, you probably think of symptoms like nervousness, racing thoughts, and constant worries. These are all common symptoms of anxiety disorders. However, many people find that anxiety affects their...

Does Anxiety Make You Tired?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  October 31, 2022

So many people in today’s world deal with fatigue. Up to 45%[1] of the general population, and nearly 40% of American workers, report feeling fatigued. Fatigue and tiredness can be caused by many different things. But one of the reasons behind your chronic tiredness could be anxiety. Anxiety causes sleep...

What Is High-Functioning Anxiety?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  October 14, 2022

Anxiety is a mental health condition that can take many different forms, including high-functioning anxiety. In this article, we explore what high-functioning anxiety is, its symptoms, causes, and what you can do if you think you might have high-functioning anxiety, including treatment options.   What is anxiety? The American Psychological...

How To Get Rid of Caffeine Anxiety

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  September 30, 2022

Consuming caffeine may be a way of life for most Americans (and much of the world!), but one of the side effects is that it is well known to affect anxiety. Whether you are looking for ways to get rid of caffeine anxiety caused by withdrawal, or you suspect that...

What Does Anxiety Stomach Pain Feel Like?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  September 14, 2022

The relationship between anxiety and stomach pain is a complicated one. It’s not always obvious how or why mental and physical health relate to each other in such complex ways (this is sometimes termed the mind-body connection). You might have heard the digestive system or gut described as ‘the second...

How To Calm an Anxiety Attack

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  September 7, 2022

An anxiety attack is an episode of extreme anxiety, agitation, and fear. It usually occurs rapidly, without much warning, and typically peaks in around ten minutes. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the US, affecting about 18% of the population. Many of us will experience an...

How to Stop Worrying

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  June 28, 2022

We all have our day-to-day worries, but worrying can become an incredibly stress-inducing experience. Although the feeling of worry is a normal human emotion, understanding how to react to and address it is essential. Without the proper resources, knowledge, and coping mechanisms, over-worrying can take over your life and make...

How to Help Someone With Anxiety

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  March 25, 2022

Supporting a loved one through anxiety can be painful and make you feel helpless. You try your best to be there for them, but you may not always know what to say or how to show them how much you care. If you’re like most people in this situation, you...

Can Anxiety Cause Shortness of Breath?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  March 13, 2022

Imagine this: You’re in a situation that makes you anxious, and you start feeling uncomfortable. You’re sweating, and you can feel your hands shake. Then, you notice it’s hard to breathe. No matter how much you try, it feels like you can’t get a good breath of air. It feels...

What Does Anxiety Feel Like?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  February 11, 2022

Most people know what it feels like to be nervous or worried. For example, you might have felt nervous before a first date or before a big presentation at work. Or maybe you have experienced worry after hearing a family member was sick. But for people with anxiety, these feelings...

Can Anxiety Cause Headaches or a Heavy Head Feeling?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  January 26, 2022

A heavy or uncomfortable feeling in your head can make getting through your day particularly difficult. For example, you may feel like you cannot hold your head up (heavy head) or have a tight band tied around your head. Doctors often associate a heavy head with tiredness, headaches, brain fog,...

Anxiety vs Depression: What Is the Difference?

By: Dr. Gregory Jantz  •  January 26, 2022

Approximately 40 million adults in the United States struggle with anxiety, and more than 16 million adults struggle with depression. [1] Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health challenges people in the U.S. (and throughout the world) face. There’s still a lot of confusion surrounding these...

Load More Posts
All Posts Loaded

Get Started Now

"*" indicates required fields

Name*
Main Concerns*
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Whole Person Care

The whole person approach to treatment integrates all aspects of a person’s life:

  • Emotional well-being
  • Physical health
  • Spiritual peace
  • Relational happiness
  • Intellectual growth
  • Nutritional vitality