Well with Arielle Lorre 421: 9 Hidden Root Causes of Anxiety You Haven’t Heard About & the 3 Step Path to Healing with Dr. Nicole Cain
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Nov 5, 2025 
Dr. Nicole Cain, a trauma-informed clinical psychologist and author of Panic Proof, joins to explore the hidden root causes of anxiety. She reveals that anxiety often signals issues like hormonal imbalances and unresolved trauma. Dr. Cain discusses the nine distinct types of anxiety and critiques the oversimplified view of it as merely a brain chemistry issue. She introduces a holistic, three-step process to manage anxiety and emphasizes the importance of listening to your body's signals for effective healing.
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Body As Primary Messenger
- The body often holds more accurate clues about anxiety than thoughts alone.
- Dr. Nicole Cain argues anxiety is a bodily message we must learn to decode.
Different Anxiety Patterns Matter
- Anxiety presents in distinct bodily patterns: racing thoughts, chest pressure, gut upset, and neurological sensations.
- Identifying the pattern narrows the root cause and guides treatment direction.
Retest Hormones If Symptoms Change
- If new anxiety or physical symptoms appear, retest relevant hormones rather than assuming past normal labs still apply.
- Seek a second opinion when symptoms escalate and persist despite reassurance.
