13 SIGNS THAT SOMEONE IS HIDING THEIR ANXIETY

Contrary to popular belief, there are actually plenty of people in the world who are struggling with anxiety. In fact, anxiety is one of the most common mental disorders in modern society. More than 1 in 13 people actually suffer from anxiety on a global level according to the World Health Organization.

There are varying levels and degrees of anxiety that can bring with it a fair share of various symptoms. Some of the most common symptoms associated with anxiety include:

Anxiety is very much a complicated disorder and these are only a few of the symptoms that are associated with it. There are a few people with anxiety who suffer from only one or two of the symptoms. But in some drastic cases, there are people who suffer from most or all of the symptoms. And sometimes, these symptoms can drastically affect how a person goes about daily life.

If it gets to a point wherein anxiety is making a negative impact on other aspects of your life such as your career or social life, it’s important that you seek therapy or professional help. The sad news is that even though many of us struggle with anxiety, only a little over a third of these people actually seek help. This statistic is consistent even in developed countries.

So, it must be likely that you have met someone who is suffering from anxiety but looks completely normal and at ease on the outside. They look like they have everything in control but they are getting eaten up on the inside. And if left unchecked, that turmoil could eventually lead to a dramatic breakdown.

Whenever you find out that someone you love is struggling with anxiety, then you always want to make an effort to reach out to them. You want them to feel like you are there to support them and help them deal with their troubles. But the key is in identifying the people who are suffering from anxiety in the first place. If you notice a few of these signs in a loved one, it is likely that they might be suffering from anxiety.

1. They will seem very fake or insincere in the way they conduct themselves.

2. They will seem very fidgety and restless.

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