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Mental Health | 2 Dec, 2023
What is Anxiety? What Are The Facts About Anxiety?
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorders worldwide, affecting approximately 1 in 13 people globally. Anxiety disorders often develop early in life, with the median age of onset being 11 yrs. old. However, it can also develop in adulthood.
Other Interesting Facts about Anxiety
- Anxiety disorders can co occur with other mental health conditions, such as depression, substance use disorders, and eating disorders.
- Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety disorders. This gender difference may be influenced by a combination of biological, hormonal, and societal factors.
- Anxiety can significantly impact a person’s daily functioning and quality of life. It can interfere with work or school performance, relationships, and overall well- being.
Tips to Reduce Anxiety
1. Breathe
2. Ground yourself in the present
3. Remember the feeling is temporary
4. Redirect your mind to a positive thought
5. Think of a positive activity
6. Move your body
7. Reframe your thoughts
8. Talk to someone!
Daily Reminder
“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another” – William James
