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Deanne Repich, founder and director of the National Institute of Anxiety and Stress, Inc., is an internationally known anxiety educator, teacher, author, and former sufferer. Tens of thousands of anxiety sufferers have sought her expertise to help them reclaim their lives from anxiety, stress, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, anxiety attacks and social anxiety. She is the creator of the Conquer Anxiety Success Program, author of more than seventy-five articles, and publishes the Anxiety-Free Living printed Newsletter for anxiety sufferers. To learn more about anxietyand to immediately download her free e-book Anxiety Tips: Seven Keys to Overcoming Anxiety, visit http://www.ConquerAnxiety.com.

Qigong for Stress Relief

Qigong, (pronounced "chee-gung") is an ancient Chinese health system that combines physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused intention to strengthen the body-mind-spirit connection. It is rapidly gaining popularity in the West as a form of stress relief and a natural way to create harmony between the body and mind. According to traditional Chinese medicine, Qigong helps to restore energy, reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and remove toxins from the body. Read

By: Deanne Repich | 11/12/2006 | Wellness

How Female Hormonal Changes Can Contribute to Anxiety and Panic Attacks

Some women are more sensitive to hormonal fluctuations than others. For many women, anxiety issues appear for the first time during periods of hormonal change. For other women, hormonal changes intensify previously existing anxiety symptoms. Anxiety is one of the most common symptoms of Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS), post-childbirth, and perimenopause (the period of time before the onset of menopause). It may take the form of panic attacks, nervousness, sweating, intense fear, anxiety combined with depression, or other overwhelming symptoms.  Read

By: Deanne Repich | 11/12/2006 | Stress Management

Exercise your Anxiety Away

Physical exercise does more than keep us physically fit. It can be a key element in reducing anxiety. Did you know that exercise has proven anxiety-reducing benefits? Here’s a brief list of some of the benefits of exercise specifically for anxiety sufferers. Read

By: Deanne Repich | 11/12/2006 | Stress Management

Anxiety and Panic Attacks: Breaking the Silence About your Anxiety

Keeping anxiety a secret from others can be a huge burden. I know, because I kept my anxiety a secret day after day, year after year for fifteen years. Looking back, it's hard to believe. Read

By: Deanne Repich | 11/12/2006 | Wellness

Got Social Anxiety? Eight Simple Ways to Cope With Holiday Gatherings

The holidays are just around the corner. Here are some easy, simple tips to help ease your anxiety during holiday gatherings. Read

By: Deanne Repich | 11/12/2006 | Wellness