Why Panic Can Feel Like It Comes From Nowhere
A companion piece to "Panic Attacks Aren't About Fear." Why panic so often hits without warning, and what the divided brain has to do with it.
Panic Attacks Aren't About Fear. They're About Being Left.
Most panic treatment targets fear. But panic and fear run on separate systems in the brain, with different chemistry, different circuitry, and different jobs. Understanding which one is actually firing changes what kind of help works.
The Hidden Link to Mental Health: Memories and Your Body's Response
When we talk about mental health, we often focus on things like taking care of ourselves and finding ways to cope with stress. But there's a deeper issue that we don't always address: our memories and how they affect us.