Center for Young Women's Health
I have a lot of panic attacks for instance before exams or an oral presentation. I did some yoga exercises to learn how to breathe calmly but it didn’t help. It isn’t easy to live with panic attacks. What can I do?Panic attacks are extremely difficult to deal with. The symptoms, which can include shortness of breath, chest tightness, sweating and stomach upset are frightening and may make people worry that … read more
Articles Tagged: stress
I gained a lot of weight this year and I really want to stay at a healthy weight but look my best. How can I lose some weight but stay healthy?
There are a lot of factors that influence your weight that are out of your control, like genetics (the body size and shape of other family members). However, you do … read more
What are some reasons (besides being pregnant) that your period is late?
First, make sure that you counted your cycle correctly. The first day of bleeding is the first day of your cycle. Count from cycle day 1 until the 28th day. … read more
My period is 6 days late and I’m starting to worry. It’s never been late before. Should I be worried?
If you have had sexual contact, you could be pregnant, especially if you are not using a reliable method every time you have sex. We suggest that you see your … read more
Is there a counselor that specializes in both stress and self-esteem?
Yes. A counselor can help you to understand your feelings and problems and learn how to deal with the stress in your life and also help you to improve your … read more
Anxiety
Everyone experiences anxiety at different times in their lives. For instance, you may feel anxious before giving a class presentation or before a big test. Sometimes anxiety is a normal … read more
Meditation
Different forms of meditation have been used for thousands of years. Today, people meditate for reasons such as to relax and/or improve concentration. Others consider meditation to be a spiritual … read more
Self-Harm
Your teen years can be the most complicated time of your life. Some of your challenges include: more school work, changes in relationships, and changes in your body. Sometimes it … read more
Sleep
Between homework, sports, other activities, and having a social life, many teens don’t get enough sleep. Sleep is very important and can affect your health. If you don’t get enough … read more
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
PMS stands for Premenstrual Syndrome; “pre” means “before” and “menstrual” refers to the menstrual cycle or periods. Not all girls will get PMS. Most girls and women with PMS have symptoms during … read more
