Ian Bracegirdle
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The Roots of Anxiety
The Roots of Anxiety What is anxiety? Where does it come from? How did I get it? When I first see, or speak to a new client on the phone, they are often puzzled as to how they became the anxious people they are. To tell you the truth the story begins millions of years ago. The culprit is an integral part of what is often referred to as the Mammalian Brain. In evolutionary terms the Mammalian Brain is that part of our brain which closely resembles that of our hereditary anc
February 11, 2013
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General Anxiety Disorder
General Anxiety Disorder We all have the ability to be anxious. It is a normal emotion and can be useful to help us keep safe in some situations. General or chronic anxiety is a long term problem. I have worked with some people who have suffered this problem from early childhood. We all have the ability to be anxious. It is a normal emotion and can be useful to help us keep safe or prepare for some situations. General or chronic anxiety is a long term problem. I have worked w
September 20, 2012
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Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety in itself is not a conce just a natural reaction to circumstances. Sadly for some people heightened anxieties can rule their lives. This can lead to a range of personal problems that can limit and debilitate the enjoyment of life. This is the first of a series giving a brief introduction to anxiety disorders with the assurance that they can be reduced and even cured. We all feel anxious at some time or other. It could be going to a new place; meeting people who we ha
September 2, 2007
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Phobias Explained
In an earlier article Phobias - A Description I told you about the way Jane reacted when confronted with a snake. What follows is a brief introduction to the model I use to explain phobic reactions and why they are so very real for the individuals that experience them. All phobias are apparently irrational, but in truth they are not. They are based upon primitive self survival knowledge / instinct. In order to stay safe we must be aware of dangers in our environment. Natural
February 19, 2007
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Phobias What are They?
What is a phobia? Forgive me if I seem to go around the house a bit but all will come clear to you as you follow along. For you, if you are the sufferer, it is a compelling fear. A real gut wrenching feeling "I have got to get away!" instinct. In the situation where the fear happens it can feel unbearable. For example A friend of mine, a teacher, was walking along Blackpool Promenade. It was a beautiful sunny day. To her left people were enjoying the beach, playing games,
January 23, 2007
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