Anxiety disorders fall under the umbrella of disability. If you are coping with social anxiety disorder (SAD) and are unable to work, you may qualify for assistance. What Is Social Assistance? Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are the two largest governmental programs that provide financial assistance to people who have disabilities. SSDI pays money to you and certain family members if you are insured. (In other words, you’ve worked long enough that you’ve earned an income and paid Social Security taxes on that income....

According to the White House, the Department of Education will cancel up to $20,000 in debt to Pell Grant recipients with loans held by the Department of Education, and up to $10,000 in debt to non-Pell Grant recipients for borrowers whose individual income is less than $125,000. This is a major relief as the pandemic prompted the suspension of mandatory payments and interest on federal student loans, but repayments were expected to resume in 2023....

What Is a Phobia? A phobia is an overwhelming and unreasonable fear of an object or situation that poses little real danger but provokes anxiety and avoidance. Several types of phobias exist. Some people fear large, open spaces. Others are unable to tolerate certain social situations. And still, others have a specific phobia, such as a fear of snakes, elevators or flying. Not all phobias need treatment. But if a phobia affects your daily life, several therapies are available that can help you overcome your fears—often permanently....

How Neighbors Can Help Each Other Manage Stress The following are ways that neighbors can affect our lives and be resources for stress management. Socialize With our busy schedules, we don’t always see friends as often as we’d like. For a bit of socializing that takes only minutes out of your day, it’s nice to stop and chat with people for a few minutes on your way out to your car....

One feature that sets it apart from other platforms is the use of “streaks,” which are a way to track how often you and your friends snap at each other. Personalizing your emojis and streaks is a great way to make the app more fun and engaging. Learn how to switch up your Snapchat emoticons and maintain your streaks. Anyone, from new to seasoned users, will learn something from this....

Even if your mood was good when you took the drug, you can easily find yourself feeling overwhelmed, frightened, or upset when you have taken hallucinogens such as acid or magic mushrooms. Although it is not possible to actually stop an acid trip, this article provides tips that will help you identify symptoms and cope with the feelings and sensations you may experience during a bad trip. It also suggests ways to stay safe....

Finding effective strategies to help you cope with certain challenges can greatly impact your work success and overall happiness. This article discusses some tips on how to focus with ADHD, including strategies that can help you deal with specific challenges and capitalize on your strengths. Why ADHD Makes It Hard to Focus ADHD is frequently diagnosed during childhood, but the symptoms usually persist into adulthood—although it may look slightly different in adults than in kids....

First, if you haven’t already been diagnosed or received treatment for your social anxiety (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and/or medication) add that to the top of your list. However, you probably have limited time between now and the wedding and need to know how to get through that speech without the help of outside interventions. 8 Helpful Tips for Giving a Great Wedding Speech Despite Being Nervous Below are some steps you can take to help calm your nerves about giving a speech at your wedding....

Meet Amy Chan Amy Chan has been writing about relationships and dating for over a decade. In her book, Breakup Bootcamp, she explains the science-backed approaches to heal from past, rewire subconscious patterns, and create healthy love. Amy is also Editor-in-Chief of Heart Hackers Club—an online magazine that focuses on the psychology behind love, lust, and desire. She has been featured across national media including a cover story on the front page of the New York Times, Good Morning America, Nightline, Fortune, Marie Claire, Vogue, and more....

It can be difficult to know how to help someone with a drinking problem. But knowing how to talk to someone about their drinking is often a good place to start. Learning more about the alcohol addiction help that is available can give you the resources you need to encourage them to seek appropriate treatment for their condition. This article discusses some of the steps you can take to help someone stop drinking....

As we share more of our personal lives online, privacy becomes a growing concern. One feature that many people struggle with on Instagram is the “Seen” feature, which lets others know when you’ve read their message. If you value privacy and want to know how to read Instagram messages without being seen, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll explain the basics of the “Seen” feature, provide methods for reading Instagram messages without triggering them, and offer tips for maintaining privacy on Instagram....

Meet Cobie Smulders Cobie Smulders is an actress who is known for her role as Robin Scherbatsky in the sitcom “How I Met Your Mother.” She’s also starred in many movies, including her role as agent Maria Hill in Marvel movies. Cobie knows a thing or two about resilience. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at age 25. She underwent multiple surgeries while starring in “How I Met Your Mother” and did not make her diagnosis public until later....

We’ll start by discussing Instagram’s “Seen” feature, a built-in way to see if someone has viewed your message. We’ll also talk about a few other methods you can use to determine whether someone has read your message, even if they haven’t used the “Seen” feature. Finally, we’ll offer some tips for getting а response to your Instagram message. The Instagram “Seen” Feature One way to tell if someone has read your Instagram message is to use the “Seen” feature....

Symptoms to Look Out For Symptoms of depression in children tend to be a bit different than those for adults. Where low mood and loss of pleasure are often the two primary symptoms in adults with depression, kids are more likely to experience primary symptoms such as irritability and physical complaints. Other symptoms of childhood depression include difficulty focusing and making decisions, extreme shyness, clinging to a parent, feeling hopeless, unexplained physical complaints, sleeping problems, appetite changes, and thoughts or actions of self-harm....

It’s a great way to stay connected with friends and family and keep up with the latest trends and events. Sometimes there may be people whose stories you don’t want to see. In those cases, Instagram offers the option to mute someone’s story. But what if you’ve changed your mind and want to see their stories again? Learn how to unmute Instagram stories. We’ll also discuss the potential causes of your muting them and offer advice оn how to better organize your Instagram Stories....

If you think you have ADHD, this article provides a checklist of ADHD symptoms that may be helpful, as well as some next steps such as finding a healthcare provider, getting yourself assessed, and receiving a formal diagnosis. Symptoms of ADHD There are essentially two types of ADHD symptoms: Symptoms of inattentionSymptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity If you have ADHD, you may recognize these symptoms in yourself. Symptoms of Inattention The symptoms of inattention you may have experienced can cause difficulty with:...

Additionally, research indicates that among people seeking primary care treatment, the prevalence of insomnia is as high as 69%. Lack of sleep and tiredness is known to contribute to many serious health concerns, such as depression, anxiety, stress, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, stroke, and cardiovascular disease. Plus, the effects of chronic sleep loss are accumulative. Insomnia also takes a significant toll on cognitive ability, executive function, working memory, the ability to focus and pay attention, emotional self-regulation, mood, and decision-making (as in avoiding risk-taking and impulsivity)....

It’s important for you to know and understand what your rights are as an employee with ADHD. This information will empower you to have a discussion with your boss about what you need to perform your job well. ADHD at Work You might be applying for jobs and wondering how to broach the subject of your rights with a potential employer or looking for ways to address difficulties you are experiencing at your current job....

Since many people with borderline personality disorder also suffer from depression, some people who receive electroconvulsive therapy have BPD. Using ECT Effective for Borderline Personality Disorder Even though electroconvulsive therapy is used to treat severe depression in people who have borderline personality disorder, there is research that suggests that ECT is not as effective in treating depression for people who also have BPD. One study, published in 2004, looked at the effects of ECT in 139 patients, all of whom had major depression and 20 of whom also had borderline personality disorder....