Anxiety can affect us all throughout our lifetime, some more than others. 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (like anxiety and depression) in any given week in England. There’s still a stigma in asking for help, so we’ve put together a quick guide on all things anxiety related. We hope this helps!
Keeping a diary of what you are doing and how you feel at different times can really help, it can help identify what’s affecting you and what you need to take action on.
Tackling unhelpful thoughts is one of the best things we can do to feel less anxious. Watch the video to find out more.
Some people find relaxation, mindfulness or breathing exercises helpful. They reduce tension and focus our awareness on the present moment. There are lots of apps and resources out there for mindful meditation and breathing exercises.
If your worry feels overwhelming and takes over your day, setting specific “worry time” to go through your concerns each day can help you to focus on other things. Schedule some worry time and the rest of the time spend it doing something that you want to do.
