About Judy Jarlow
MICRO-BIO
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Everyone suffers from anxiety.
EXPERIENCE
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Studybay
- Tutor
- New York, MA 10001
- January 2022 to Present
EDUCATION
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University of Chicago
- Bachelor degree
- January 2015 to September 2019
What causes anxiety? Lack of sleep. Research shows that it is harmful for adults to sleep less than seven hours a day. It worsens physiological and mental well-being - lack of sleep causes mood swings, increases excitability and the effects of stimulants such as caffeine are felt more keenly. At the same time, excessive restlessness during the day can cause insomnia at night, leading to a vicious cycle of anxiety-insomnia-anxiety. This is why continuity of sleep is so important: fragmented sleep reduces the quality of recovery, and during the day one becomes overexcited and anxious again. Coffee and other stimulants. Studies show that drinking more than 200 mg of caffeine (about three cups of espresso, or 2-3 cups of tea, depending on the intensity of the brew) can increase the chance of anxiety and panic attacks in people who are sensitive to it. Caffeine stimulates bodily sensations, increases heart rate and respiration, and raises body temperature. The brain may mistake these symptoms for anxiety and react with increasing panic. Energy drinks have the same effect on the body, so anxious people should be careful with them too. Unhealthy diet. Food affects not only our physical but also our psychological well-being. The latest research shows that an excessive consumption of fast carbohydrates (pastry, sweets, including honey and fruit, and baked goods) depresses our mood and makes us anxious. A Mediterranean diet rich in fish and vegetables, on the other hand, is beneficial for mental health. The use of medications. All medicines have side effects, even aspirin, so you should read the instructions before taking a prescribed medicine. Social media. The incessant stream of news also affects our mental health, and that includes feelings of anxiety. Almost anyone who uses the internet too much can be at risk for anxiety. According to the American National Sleep Foundation, the people at risk are those who: have four or more social media accounts; spend more than one hour a day online or log in more than 30 times a week; feel the constant need to check their phone.
DISCIPLINES
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Psychology, General
Interests
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Psycology
Languages
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English
