Anxiety is a complex battle, and the words we choose can have a profound impact on those navigating this challenging terrain.
In this video, shed light on the 7 Things Not To Say To Someone with Anxiety that may unintentionally exacerbate anxiety. Whether you're seeking guidance on comforting a friend, family member, or you're dealing with anxiety yourself, this video is a must-watch.
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Credits
Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script Editor: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Karen Hu
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong
References:
National Alliance Against Mental Illness (2018). Mental Health by The Numbers. Retrieved from https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Menta...
National Institute of Mental Health (November 2017). What Are Anxiety Disorders? Retrieved from www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/anxiety-disorders.shtml
Stearns, P. N. (2012). American Fear: The Causes and Consequences of High Anxiety. Routledge.
American Psychological Association (2013). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. 5th Ed. Washington, DC, USA: APA Publishing.
Barlow, D. (2002). Anxiety and Its Disorders: The Nature and Treatment of Anxiety and Panic. New York Guilford Press.