Did You Have a Panic Attack? Here Are 13 Symptoms


I wouldn't wish a panic attack upon my worst enemy. It is one of the most intense physiological experiences a human being can have.

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What Are the Symptoms of Social Anxiety?

If social interactions make you feel like a turtle wanting to climb into its shell, there's a chance you may struggle with social anxiety.

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What Causes Social Anxiety?


Social anxiety can be one of the most debilitating and life-altering forms of anxiety. What might cause people to experience social anxiety?

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Cave Syndrome

Are you dreading resuming social activities when the pandemic subsides? If so, you might find the idea of "cave syndrome" validating.

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What We Talk About When We Talk About Mental Health (In Search of a Definition)

Many folks are talking about mental health these days. What does it actually looks like to be mentally healthy, though?

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Dr. Parke is a therapist who provides therapy to high-achieving teens and college students in-person and online in California. Cities served include Fullerton, Brea, and Yorba Linda; zip codes served include 92835, 92823, and 92886. © 2023 Jackie Parke, Psy.D. All rights reserved.