Anxiety Disorders and Mental Health by Liam Kandel

Anxiety Disorders

kandelliam2 — 2025-05-13 13:50:58 UTC

When anxiety is overwhelming and constant, affecting daily life.

Facts

kandelliam2 — 2025-05-13 13:56:22 UTC

Anxiety disorders are the world's most common mental disorders right now.

More women are affected by anxiety disorders than men. Symptoms often have onset during childhood or adolescence.

Statistics

kandelliam2 — 2025-05-13 14:01:28 UTC

Over 19. 1% of adults in the U.S have an anxiety disorder.

About 7% of children aged 3-17 experience issues with anxiety each year.

Untreated teenagers with anxiety disorders are at higher risk to perform poorly in school, miss out on important social experiences, and engage in substance abuse.

Treatment

kandelliam2 — 2025-05-13 14:05:29 UTC

The good part about anxiety disorder is that the condition is treatable. Medications such as anti-anxiety medications and antidepressants are a good forms of medication to reduce levels of anxiety in your body.

Avoiding Stigma

kandelliam2 — 2025-05-13 14:09:54 UTC

Having stigma towards mental heath is not a good trait to have. Always try to educate yourself and be supportive and educate others in order to normalize mental health.

Want help or more info on dealing with anxiety?

kandelliam2 — 2025-05-13 14:13:24 UTC

Go to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). Their website has lots of good info and resources for those who struggle with an anxiety disorder.