Everybody deals with anxiety from time to time, but when everyday feelings of nervousness turn to intense and persistent feelings of fear, it may rise to the level of a diagnosable anxiety disorder.
If you're struggling with an anxiety disorder like social anxiety or generalized anxiety, know that you are not alone. The National Institutes of Mental Health estimate that nearly one-third of US adults will deal with an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Since anxiety is a common mental health condition (and is a condition that can be debilitating), it's recommended that all adults under the age of 65 receive routine anxiety screening.
Treatment options like therapy, medication, self-care strategies, and lifestyle changes can help you manage your anxiety and help you live your best life at home, at work, and in your relationships.
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