Perspectives S37/Ep27 Dealing with stress of vacation travel

Summer is supposed to be the season of escape — vacations, family road trips, reunions and making memories. But for many people, getting away can bring something unexpected: stress, overwhelm and anxiety. From crowded airports and delayed flights to fear of flying, overpacked itineraries and financial pressure, travel can trigger emotions that make it hard to relax at all. Today we’re talking about why travel anxiety is more common than people realize — and what we can do to make travel healthier, calmer and more enjoyable. Joining us is Dr. Phillip Yam, psychiatrist with Serenity Mental Health Centers in Atlanta. We’ll discuss the psychology behind travel stress, practical coping tools and how to recognize when anxiety may be something more serious