Fear, worry, stress, and anxiety are words often used synonymously, but the confusion comes at a cost. While fear, worry, and stress are natural and even necessary for survival, anxiety belongs in a very different category; it is a mental health disorder that can devastate daily life if left unchecked.
Dr. Matthew Zuch is a former clinical director at a major teaching hospital in New York, a seasoned psychologist in private practice, and a specialist in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). His expertise in anxiety treatment places him at the forefront of an increasingly important conversation: the misuse and misunderstanding of the words fear, worry, stress, and anxiety.
