A sweeping analysis of brain chemistry has identified a potential biological signature for anxiety disorders, revealing that ...

If you thought that anxiety attacks and panic attacks were the same thing, you’re not alone. The terms are often used ...

Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that is characterized by an excessive fear of recurring panic attacks. An estimated 4.8% of Americans are affected by this anxiety disorder in their ...

All adults under age 65 should be screened for anxiety, according to the influential US Preventive Services Task Force, which issued new draft guidelines last month. The guidelines, which help guide ...

Usually, the first place a person goes when they are having a panic attack is straight to the ER. Thinking they are having a heart attack, they are desperate for medical intervention. But once they ...

Beta-Blockers for Anxiety: What Are They? Beta-blockers are medications that slow down certain types of cell activity in your body. Doctors often prescribe them to treat heart and circulatory problems ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that up to 20% of those who served in Iraq and Afghanistan suffer from some kind of post-traumatic stress disorder. The same data show 12% of Gulf War ...

Gutman is ABC News’s chief national correspondent. A multi-award winning reporter, Gutman contributes regularly to World News Tonight with David Muir, 20/20, Good Morning America, and Nightline. He is ...

KIRKLAND, Wash. & LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Freespira, Inc., developer of the only FDA-cleared at-home treatment for panic disorder, anxiety attacks, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ...

An Australian meteorologist suffered a panic attack while on-air last week — and quickly tossed his live segment back to his anchor colleague. "Some of you may know that I occasionally get affected by ...

A few years ago, I found myself in the emergency department with an IV sticking out of my arm, absolutely convinced I was having a cardiac event. Eventually, I was sent home with a few reassuring ...

This is a guest post by Dr. Elizabeth Michas. Usually, the first place a person goes when they are having a panic attack is straight to the ER. Thinking they are having a heart attack, they are ...