How To Help Someone With Anxiety

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Anxiety is a feeling of uneasiness, worry, constant apprehension or discomfort usually about uncertain outcomes in the future- like what will happen

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Almost everyone feels anxious as a reaction to certain past, present or future events. It is normal to experience occasional anxiety

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But an anxiety disorder is different. If you are experiencing anxiety too often and it has started affecting your day-to-day activities, then you might need professional help

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Here are some ways you can help someone dealing with anxiety

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Helping someone with anxiety requires responses based on love and acceptance, as well as a desire to see your loved one improve

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Understand the physical signs including lightheadedness, sweating, nausea, restlessness, and shortness of breath. Validate their feelings and know it's okay to not be okay

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Don't tell them to calm down. Instead say, "I'm here if you'd like to talk about what's on your mind" or "I see you're feeling anxious. What can I do to help right now?"

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Encourage them to focus on things they can change and help them discover new coping mechanisms

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Discourage the use of alcohol or drugs to cope with the problem

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