Life Without Anxiety

Caring advice for couples and individuals with depression, anxiety, panic disorders, and OCD.

Circadian Rhythm
Is It Seasonal Affective Disorder or the Winter Blues?

Linda Walter LCSW on November 15, 2024

Is the winter darkness getting you down? Learn the difference between the winter blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder, and discover ways to feel better during the colder months.

Is the winter darkness getting you down? Learn the difference between the winter blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder, and discover ways to feel better during the colder months.

Grief
Holidays After the Death of a Loved One

Linda Walter LCSW on December 6, 2018

Are you worried about facing the holidays because of the recent death of a loved one? There are ways to survive.

Are you worried about facing the holidays because of the recent death of a loved one? There are ways to survive.

Anxiety
Calming Pre-Wedding Jitters

Linda Walter LCSW on March 21, 2018

Are you getting cold feet about your upcoming marriage? Do you wish you could call the whole thing off and run away? Find out what to do about pre-wedding jitters.

Are you getting cold feet about your upcoming marriage? Do you wish you could call the whole thing off and run away? Find out what to do about pre-wedding jitters.

Sleep
Help! My College Student Is Coming Back Home!

Linda Walter LCSW on May 24, 2017

College students coming home aren't used to being told what to do. Conflicts can arise if expectations aren't discussed. Mutual respect is the key to a harmonious home.

College students coming home aren't used to being told what to do. Conflicts can arise if expectations aren't discussed. Mutual respect is the key to a harmonious home.

Divorce
The Divorce Decision

Linda Walter LCSW on April 25, 2017

Are you frustrated in your marriage and not sure where to turn? Are you contemplating a divorce? Are you worried your spouse wants a divorce? Learn where to get help.

Are you frustrated in your marriage and not sure where to turn? Are you contemplating a divorce? Are you worried your spouse wants a divorce? Learn where to get help.

Friends
Single on Valentine's Day

Linda Walter LCSW on February 13, 2014

Valentine’s Day is a day that may have some feeling sad and anxious. The media tells us we should be madly in love and strive towards having the “perfect” relationship like we see on TV commercials and in movies. Here's how you and your friends can make the day special.

Valentine’s Day is a day that may have some feeling sad and anxious. The media tells us we should be madly in love and strive towards having the “perfect” relationship like we see on TV commercials and in movies. Here's how you and your friends can make the day special.

Friends
10 Tips for Surviving the Holidays

Linda Walter LCSW on December 6, 2012

The holiday season can be difficult for some. Here are some tips to help make this year's season a good one.

The holiday season can be difficult for some. Here are some tips to help make this year's season a good one.

Anxiety
R.I.D.E. the Wave of Panic

Linda Walter LCSW on October 5, 2011

Have you ever ridden a boogie board in the ocean? Imagine the wave as being an anxiety or panic attack and you can learn how to manage that wave and manage your panic.

Have you ever ridden a boogie board in the ocean? Imagine the wave as being an anxiety or panic attack and you can learn how to manage that wave and manage your panic.

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The Friend Effect: 23 Surprising Ways Other People Shape You

Having friends protects you in multiple ways, from slowing cellular aging to deterring bullies to bolstering your self-esteem.

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Self Tests
Self Tests

Self Tests are all about you. Are you outgoing or introverted? Are you a narcissist? Does perfectionism hold you back? Find out the answers to these questions and more with Psychology Today.

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