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By Bill WhiteApr 9, 20091 topic

Panic & Anxiety: Derealization & Depersonalization - You Aren't Going Crazy!

Two of the most horrifying little goodies that so often accompany panic attacks and severe anxiety are derealization and depersonalization. Both can be absolutely crippling and take you right to the turnstiles of your perception of insanity. This article will discuss what these spooky phenomena are and what may cause them. Coming from personal experience, derealization is a deep and disturbing sensation of unreality and detachment from one’s immediate world, rather an altere

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteMay 9, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Anxiety Healing: Let's Talk Neuroplasticity

The brain performs countless miracles every second of each and every day. I’d like to discuss one such miracle that brings so much hope for those suffering from mental and emotional disorders. It’s an amazing compensatory process of the brain known as neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is all about the brain reorganizing its neuron-to-neuron connections in response to new circumstances and environments. Though it performs its magic primarily during infant, toddler, and pre-pub

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteMay 2, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks & Cerebellar-Vestibular Dysfunciton (Huh?)

This may surprise you; however, pivotal to any discussion of the biology of panic attacks is the inner ear; home of our ability to hear and, for the purposes of this particular chat, our balance and equilibrium headquarters. No doubt, this consideration doesn’t get as much press as other biological triggers of panic, so tune-in. Okay, then – we’re going to need to discuss a wee-bit of anatomy here, so hang with me. Within the extremely complex environment of the inner ear is

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteAug 29, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Somatic Experiencing: Part II

In Part I of this two-article series we discussed Somatic Experiencing (SE), Dr. Peter A. Levine’s anxiety and trauma healing philosophy, within the context of a contributor to panic attacks and anxiety. Well, now we’re going to have a look at SE from a treatment perspective. As with the first article, I believe you’ll find the information fascinating and relevant. Let’s get to work. In review, SE came to life as Dr. Levine made the observation that though wild animals of pr

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteNov 10, 20091 topic

Give Up My Most Prized Possession? No Way!

Let me share a cool story as to how I came to know and understand one of life’s greatest truths. Years ago, as my ex-wife and I were putting the final touches (as if we were painting a portrait) on our divorce arrangements, I was being asked to sacrifice yet more time with, and access to, my children. At least on paper. I can’t tell you how much that cut me because I just couldn’t fathom why my children (and, yes, I) had to suffer because two adults couldn’t work out their

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteJul 15, 20091 topic

Derealization & Depersonalization: Peculiar Bits of Business

The most troubling phenomena my panic and anxiety readers and clients report are the dissociative states, derealization and depersonalization (DD). I've written two Internet articles on DD; however, I wanted to share some fresh thoughts. Please understand my deep frustration in not being able to offer the solutions for which you may be looking. Unlike so many "authorities" that offer "miracle cures," I simply won't lie to you. But ongoing study and discussion of DD serves to

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteNov 24, 20091 topic

The Reservoir

I’ve had a lot on my mind lately. On top of that, it seems as though there haven’t been enough hours in the day to accomplish all that’s on my “to-do” list. Absolutely, I’ve been pushing myself to the max in recent weeks. And I can feel it mentally, emotionally, and physically. Have you ever been in the midst of such circumstances? Perhaps you are right now. Coping during such times becomes a genuine challenge. And for me it becomes a personal game. Just how much can I heap

Primary topic: Depression

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By Bill WhiteOct 7, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Is Opening Up Worth the Risk?

Without a doubt, opening up has always been a toughie for me. Still can be. My issue has always been trust, trying my best to believe that those in whom I might confide will truly listen to all I have to say; and accept it, not necessarily in agreement, without passing judgment. God only knows I’ve always been willing to do the same. Looking back over the years, I can only imagine the price I’ve paid in relationships and personal frustration because of this opening-up dilemm

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteNov 16, 20091 topic

Why Fix It If We Won't Own It?

There’s no way on earth we’ll have any chance, at all, of successfully managing our disorder if we can’t own up to, embrace, and engage that from which we’re suffering. And we have to acknowledge that this suffering has legitimate biological and psychological foundations. If we can’t bring ourselves to own our suffering and disease, why would we be motivated to do anything about it? I can’t tell you the number of emails I’ve received from new clients who proclaim a clear ac

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteSep 19, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Anger: The Dynamics of Defense (Part 2)

In part one of this three part series we poured a solid foundation by defining anger within the context of psychoanalytic and cognitive theory. Well, now it’s time to have a look at how anger directly impacts panic and anxiety. As I focused upon recovering from my disorder, it didn’t take long before I realized I was a pretty angry guy. And my stealthy anger deeply impacted my day-to-day living. Now, I wasn’t one to have an explosive temper, or to be verbally or physically ag

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteAug 27, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Somatic Experiencing: Part I

In my ongoing quest for knowledge pertaining to the contributors to panic attacks and anxiety, as well as treatment strategies and techniques, I came upon some very cool stuff several years ago. It’s called Somatic Experiencing (SE) and it’s the amazing work of Peter A. Levine, Ph.D. This will be the first in a series of two articles. Here we’ll have a look at SE within the context of a contributor to panic and anxiety. The article that follows will approach SE from a treatme

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteAug 21, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks From a Psychoanalytic and Cognitive Perspective

Sometimes people ask me why I spend so much time on what generates panic attacks. My usual response is, beyond my natural curiosity, I simply don’t see how one can manage something if one doesn’t fully understand just what that something is. And, at least to me, a complete understanding has to include insight into genesis. I mean, if you were experiencing chronic chest pain, wouldn’t you want to know what was causing it? And let’s no forget that knowing why something happens

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteNov 22, 20091 topic

Anxiety & Depression. Badabing Badaboom.

Anxiety and depression are fast friends. We know that all too well, don’t we? And that statement brings some questions to mind (literally). When we consider the dynamics of anxiety and depression, can presentations along the depression spectrum be generated by anxiety? Can anxiety be triggered by situational or chronic depression? Since anxiety and depression share much of the same neurochemistry, can they actually present independently of each other? Now, it makes perfect

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteOct 5, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Recap of a Great Article on Temperament

I read a marvelous article several days ago entitled, “Understanding the Anxious Mind.” Written by Robin Marantz Henig, it appeared in the September 29, 2009 edition of The New York Times Magazine. The article was so good I knew I’d have to spread the word moments after I began reading it. And you can be sure I’ll keep it handy for future reference. Henig wrote about the longitudinal anxiety studies of Harvard psychology professor Jerome Kagan. Also featured was the work of

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteAug 19, 20091 topic

Anxiety and the Insular Cortex: A Budding Relationship

I wrote an article just yesterday summarizing a bit of research by Dr. Jack Nitschke at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Nitschke’s work focused upon the role of the element of uncertainty in intensifying reactions to disturbing events, as well as increasing overall levels of anxiety. Along with the amygdala’s involvement in these presentations, Dr. Nitschke noted a brain structure known as the insular cortex. Until reviewing his research I didn’t know much about the

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteOct 10, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and D-cycloserine: Thinking Outside of the Box

“Necessity is the mother of invention.” Always works for me. It seems as though it works for psychiatric research, as well. And that’s a good thing because I’ve become frustrated and puzzled by the lack of research and treatment attention panic disorder, all of the anxiety disorders for that matter, receives. Panic, and the anxiety disorders, so often take a back seat, especially to the mood disorders. And that’s odd given the fact that the anxiety disorders are the most pre

Primary topic: Agoraphobia

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By Bill WhiteRecently published1 topic

Making Up is Hard to Do

When was the last time you had a disagreement with your significant other? Let's for a moment forget who's fault it was. Let's stop the adrenaline before it starts pumping. Now, how long did the tension remain? Did the scene ruin an hour? a day? a week? When you want to make up with, so often ...

Primary topic: Life Purpose

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By Bill WhiteAug 22, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Kindling: Building a Different Fire

First of all, this isn’t going to be a discussion of how to build a fire. Uh no, this is a review of a fascinating physiological phenomenon that I consider a physical contributor to panic attacks and anxiety. And that’s because the limbic system, particularly the amygdala, is highly susceptible to the effects of kindling. Now, before we get to work I want to make sure you know that I’m going to be cramming thirty pounds of information into a five pound bag. Okay? Well, let’s

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteDec 21, 20091 topic

Tired. A matter of acquiescence or despair.

“Tired.” Just pause for a moment and ponder the word. Actually, it’s a very deep state of mind and heart, isn’t it? I mean, we all know what it’s like to be tired and ready for bed after a long day. However, I’m presenting the word within the context of being emotionally, mentally, and physically overwhelmed and without direction. Have you been there? So often a client has repeated the words, “I’m just so tired,” in the midst of a visceral cry. And just as frequently a torr

Primary topic: Addiction and Recovery

Addiction and Recovery

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By Bill WhiteDec 23, 20091 topic

Skip the Hoopla in This Christmas Story

Here we are just three days before Christmas. Well, I suppose I should reach into my vast stores of inspiration, wit, and good cheer; and bring you the most awe inspiring newsletter of the year. But, no, I actually believe I can do much better. I’m going to share a story with you, and it’s not The Night Before Christmas. But let me set the table first. I’m 55 and was fortunate enough to have found my life’s passion and work five years ago. So I earned my master’s degree and

Primary topic: Peace

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By Bill WhiteAug 22, 20091 topic

My Mother Died Yesterday

My mother died yesterday. She was 85 years old. A ruptured 6+ centimeter aortic aneurysm took her life subsequent to breaking a hip during a fall at her assisted living facility two days ago. I might also add that my mother suffered a stroke two and a half years ago, and was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease several years prior. Given her medical history and our knowledge of two aortic aneurysms, her passing still took us by surprise. My mother was an extraordinary woman. Sh

Primary topic: Grief and Loss

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By Bill WhiteDec 8, 20091 topic

Life's a Breeze. And I have some land in The Bahamas for you.

Life is difficult. But, do I really need to tell you that? Or maybe I should ask, "What would any of us really expect?" You know, so many in my line of work preach all things harmony and homeostasis. And not that I find anything wrong with that; I simply question how realistic it is. Not to mention, I would actually propose conflict (and its resolution) is good for us. In the spirit of embracing personal crises, I put together a roster of management strategies to rely upon

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteOct 31, 20091 topic

You're Not Suicidal, Homicidal, or Crazy...

You’re visiting a friend at his 20th floor condo. He takes you out on the balcony for a marvelous view of the city. Suddenly you feel the urge to take a flying leap. You’re walking down the sidewalk and coming your way is a woman pushing her baby in a stroller. You can’t help but wonder what would happen if you tore the stroller from her hands and flung it into the street. You’re carrying your two-year-old down the stairs, and after three steps you want to toss her over the

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteRecently published1 topic

The Power of Expectation

If you think you can do a thing or think you can't do a thing, you're right. - Henry Ford When it comes to your goals and ambitions what are your inner expectations? Do you think as if it is impossible to fail or deep down do you figure your just dreaming? Whichever feeling you have will ...

Primary topic: Life Purpose

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By Bill WhiteNov 2, 20091 topic

Patience Impatience

A friend of mine loves to eat, and his food choices have traditionally been very poor. Over the years he’d become overweight, easily fatigued, and a lot less mobile than he used to be. Six months ago he had his annual physical. And though he’d always had cholesterol problems, this time around he’d outdone himself. His physician, and wife, gave him a good talking to; and he embarked upon a plan to change his lifestyle habits. To his credit, he really took the bull by the horn

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteAug 14, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Temperament, and Uncle Hans: It's a Matter of Engineering?

Hans Eysenck, a Brit born in Germany in 1916, may not be one of the more widely known personality theorists; however, he was one of the finest. And his work is important to panic attack sufferers. Eysenck believed temperament, a characteristic mode of emotional response, is the featured component of personality. And he believed it was up and running at birth. Now, that isn’t to say he didn’t believe in the influence of environment, it’s just that he reasoned nature, as oppos

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteJul 28, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Pre/Perinatal Trauma: Why Couldn't It Be a Factor?

Always trying to learn whatever I can about panic attacks, and always thinking outside of the box, I came upon some interesting information regarding the potential role of prenatal and perinatal happenings in the generation of panic. It’s pretty heady stuff, and I wanted to share it with you. First of all, let’s get some terminology handled. Prenatal psychology considers the psychological and psychophysiological impact of an individual’s before-birth experience. While perinat

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteRecently published1 topic

Dispelling Illusions

If you’d like to know one of the biggest pitfalls of life and how to avoid it remember one axiom, Substance over Illusion. n n You see it all around you, the flashy sports cars, the designer clothes,and the latest greatest gadgets. Being trendy is in. It always has been. n n ...

Primary topic: Life Purpose

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By Bill WhiteAug 3, 20091 topic

Panic Attack and Mind Variance Sufferers: Your Courage and Strength are Remarkable

Whether it’s within the context of panic disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, substance dependence, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, I never cease to be amazed by the strength and courage of mind variance sufferers. We, yes “we,” endure so much and somehow manage to carry on and face another day of presumed turmoil and despair. I was reading the Chicago Tribune this morning and found an article that vividly illustrates exactly what I’m talking about.

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteAug 19, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and the Concept of Uncertainty: Some Cool Research

You’d certainly get no argument from most anyone that we’re living in very uncertain times. Though I suppose that’s been the case since humans graced the planet, it sure appears to be a lead-pipe-cinch these days. I mean, you name it, the economy, unemployment, political unrest, terrorism; the list of uncertainty goes on and on. Now, for many, this business of uncertainty isn’t much of an issue; however, it sure is for an anxiety sufferer. And the good news is there’s a reaso

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteOct 2, 20091 topic

Your Children May Suffer From Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Got the Guilts?

I have two wonderful teenage children and I love them very much. Over the years, I’ve pondered how my panic attack and anxiety-generating genes would one day impact them. Yes, would my children struggle as I did? You know, isn’t it odd that as much as I had nothing to do with my genetic composition, I would feel any measure of guilt regarding the potential for passing my pathology to my children? Have you ever felt the same? Well, let’s first determine if genetics is even an

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteSep 20, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Anger: The Dynamics of Defense (Part 3)

Well, this is the final article of a three-part series on the role of anger in the occurrence and perpetuation of panic attacks and anxiety. In the first two installments we defined anger within two theoretical perspectives, and took a look at how anger presented in my life as an anxiety sufferer. I’d like to wrap-up the series by discussing what I did, and still do, to keep my anger in check. The first technique came to life as I gained the insight to identify the relations

Primary topic: Anger Management

Anger Management

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By Bill WhiteOct 23, 20091 topic

The Superior Colliculus. It's Not Ridiculous.

I guess when it comes to the anatomy and physiology of panic attacks and anxiety I’m kind of a geek. The stuff just fascinates me. What can I say? However, beyond the pure wonder of it all, a good portion of my interest is grounded in really wanting to comprehend that from which I’ve suffered most of my life. I mean, I just don’t see how one can own and manage something if they don’t fully understand what’s going on. The superior colliculus (SC) is a component of the very an

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteJul 31, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and "Who Gives a Hoot": The Perfect Couple

There are so many management strategies and techniques available to help us manage our panic attacks, agoraphobia, derealization, depersonalization, avoidance, and whatever else panic and anxiety may throw our way. Some of them are incredibly simple; however, our occupied minds roll right over them. It isn’t too awfully surprising that we don’t at times see the forest for the trees, is it? Well, one of the techniques I’ve used over the years to help me publicly cope with pani

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteAug 8, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Other Mind Variances: Blood Tests on the Horizon?

Over a period of months you’ve noticed you can’t get to sleep. You’ve become very nervous and have had a couple of what you think are panic attacks. Man, your heartbeat’s been racing and your hands have been trembling. And if that wasn’t enough, your family and friends have wondered why you’re so downright crabby all the time. You do the right thing and schedule an appointment with your physician. And she does the right thing by tossing hyperthyroidism on the differential di

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteAug 7, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Fear, and Learning: Fresh Insights

Any sufferer of panic attacks, agoraphobia, derealization, depersonalization, generalized anxiety, phobias, post-traumatic stress, or obsessions and compulsions is likely to have a pretty good feel for the concept of fear. Perhaps an understatement, right? Heck, as I was writing this article I opened my panic attack recovery eWorkbook and ran a “find” on the word “fear.” It appeared 270 times! So I’m thinking there’s a lot of it floating about. Now, any number of experts wil

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteApr 9, 20091 topic

Panic & Anxiety: Adios! to Derealization & Depersonalization

For those who’ve read my previous article, Panic Attacks and Anxiety: Derealization and Depersonalization - You Aren’t Going Crazy!, this is the perfect follow-up scoop. But if you’ve yet to read it, not to worry, there’s still much to be learned here. Now, in review, derealization and depersonalization all too often accompany panic attacks and anxiety. In general terms, derealization is a frightening feeling of detachment from one’s exte al environment, and depersonalizatio

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteOct 22, 20091 topic

Anxiety and the Quest for Perfection: Fuhgedaboudit!

As we begin to recover from panic disorder, any mind variance for that matter, we spend so much time monitoring the frequency and intensity of our symptoms. As humans, pain isn’t out thing; so we’re always looking for signs that our suffering is coming to an end. And, naturally, we’re hopeful, and our expectations are high. That’s understandable, and the quest for wellness is a healthy sign of recovery. However, if we’re not careful we can easily fall into an obsession with

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteAug 30, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Guilt, and the Personality of Your Superego

Guilt can be absolutely crippling for anyone, but it hits panic attack and anxiety sufferers particularly hard. We’re so darned tough on ourselves, and hold ourselves accountable for so many things that simply aren’t fair or reasonable. And that makes guilt a major obstacle to overcome when it comes to recovery. Well, let’s have a look at this toxic phenomenon. In any effort to examine guilt, Sigmund Freud and the psychoanalysts would submit one has to consider the superego;

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteJul 28, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, the Amygdala, and the Limbic System: A Paradox of Protection

The amygdala, situated equally in both brain hemispheres, is an almond-shaped (“amygdala” is derived from the Greek for “almond-like”) grouping of nuclei approximately one-inch long, located just a few inches from each ear, inward and in a direction toward the forehead. It’s considered to be the most primitive component of the brain’s basal ganglia; a grouping of nuclei deep within the brain associated with movement, motivation, emotion, reward, and addiction. The amygdala m

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteJul 22, 20091 topic

Anticipatory Anxiety and Panic: Tomorrow's Dread, Today

Anticipatory anxiety is awful. Am I right? And it so often accompanies panic, perhaps being the precursor to avoidance phenomena such as agoraphobia and social anxiety. Of course, anyone can experience anticipatory anxiety, just as anyone can experience measures of panic and social discomfort. But within the context of the anxiety disorders, anticipatory anxiety generally comes in buckets. Well, let’s talk about it; as that’s always the first order of business when approachin

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteApr 20, 20091 topic

Warped Thinking: Anxiety's Fuel

In my panic disorder recovery days, when it came to intrapersonal issues most everything in my mind revolved around my disorder, the warped way in which I viewed myself, and my entrapment in a disorder-tainted world. Now, it’s really important to understand that if you’re in the midst of a mind variance, warped thinking is most likely a major part of your life right now, as well. Because of all you’ve endured there’s a pretty doggone good chance that you’re not seeing yourse

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteJul 25, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Biochemistry: The HPA Axis (what?)

Well, buckle those seat belts tight, ‘cause I’m bringing you some pretty heady stuff here. But, we’ll get through it together just fine. I want to discuss something known as the HPA axis. This physiological interrelationship is of major importance to panic sufferers, so I’m going to get into a good bit of detail. The HPA axis involves the interaction of the brain structure known as the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland (just below the hypothalamus), and the adrenal glands (a

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteJul 25, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Comfort Foods, and Carb Cravings: It All Makes Perfect Sense

I’d like to present what I believe is need-to-know information for panic and anxiety sufferers. I don’t think it’s front page news that what we eat and drink has great impact upon the onset and intensity of panic and anxiety. And one of the most prolific examples is the ingestion of food and drink loaded with simple sugars, a.k.a. simple carbohydrates. Now, one might think staying away from potential trouble would be an easy decision to make; however, as we all know, it all t

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Bill WhiteAug 17, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, The Amygdala, The Prefrontal Cortex, and an Elevator

If you’ve followed my writing you’ll know I believe misinterpretation and overreaction are the number one psychological contributors to panic attacks. I believe so deeply in this truth that I coined the term, “interpreaction,” to underscore the power of the relationship between interpretation and reaction. Well, let’s take a look at this concept within the context of a very real life scenario. A few days ago I summoned an elevator to the 11th floor of a building. As I waited,

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteRecently published1 topic

Which Mask Are You Wearing?

For some people it’s Christmas that just does it for them. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve always loved Christmas, but for me Halloween has some really terrific memories. I was blessed with a wonderful and creative mother. Each year we would decorate our porch for Halloween with a different theme and ...

Primary topic: Life Purpose

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By Bill WhiteSep 2, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia, Spatial Orientation: Perception is Everything

Raise your hand if you’ve ever been plagued by agoraphobia. Well, my arm’s fully extended upward. I can recall being all but housebound because of it in the early 1980’s. And if I did venture out it was with a few drinks under my belt, a few beers in the car, and about ten cigarettes in my mouth. I can’t tell you how thankful I am those years are gone. But, one of the huge upsides is my ability to offer very meaningful and efficacious assistance to those suffering from the sa

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteApr 26, 20091 topic

Trichotillomania: And That Is?

Trichotillomania (TTM), what I’ll call “trich,” is a fascinating, albeit brutal, mind variance (my stigma-reducing term for “mental illness”). Now, if you’ve elected to read an article addressing treatment you more than likely have a pretty good idea as to just what trich is. But to make sure no one’s left in the dark I’m going to offer some details. The DSM-IV-TR, the book of formal psychiatric diagnoses, categorizes trichotillomania as an impulse control disorder. That wou

Primary topic: Psychology

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By Bill WhiteSep 6, 20091 topic

Panic Attacks and Mitral Valve Prolapse: A Mimicker's Deception

A mimicker is a symptom or disorder that fools its victim, as well as medical and psych professionals, into believing he/she is suffering from something other than the true cause of the problem. And the likeness is so striking that the mimicked issue gets all the attention, allowing the real culprit to remain a mystery. Obviously, mimickers can cause all sorts of confusion, as well as unnecessary pain and anguish. One of the major mimickers of panic attacks and panic disorder

Primary topic: Panic Attacks

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By Bill WhiteRecently published1 topic

Your Life: Checkers or Chess

Many of my clients have heard me say the phrase, “We play checkers, but God plays chess.” I had never phrased it that way until early last year, when I made the acquaintance of a great man named O.L. Houston. O.L. and I met for a business lunch one day to discuss how he might grow his business. ...

Primary topic: Life Purpose

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