Sarina Gupta

Social anxiety disorder is characterized by the fear of being judged, negatively evaluated, or rejected by others, which then leads to fear of social situations. Social anxiety can cause worry about appearing visibly anxious or awkward and may result in physical symptoms such as a rapid heart rate, nausea, sweating, and panic attacks. These social anxiety symptoms often begin during the teenage years and can continue into adulthood. Individuals with social anxiety disorder either avoid the...

People with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often experience challenges that go far beyond focus or restlessness. One common and deeply felt struggle is low self-esteem. Self-esteem refers to how we see and value ourselves — our sense of worth and our belief in our own capabilities. When self-esteem is low, it can affect nearly every aspect of life: our mental health, relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. And for individuals with ADHD, low self-esteem is...

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is defined as a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity that impacts daily functioning. ADHD is more commonly diagnosed in boys and men than in girls and women, even though ADHD is just as prevalent in women as it is in men. Additionally, women and men experience the same type, number, and severity of ADHD symptoms. There are multiple factors that contribute to the difference in how often men are diagnosed with ADHD as compared to...