Living better by managing stress and anxiety

"I'm SO stressed out!" seems to be a common refrain among almost everyone you know. In today's environment, pressures are everywhere. These pressures lead to stress and worry, and frequently we are ill-prepared to handle the stressors that lead to anxiety and other emotions that can be harmful to our health.

The numbers are mind-boggling. One in eight Americans ages 18 to 54 suffers from an anxiety problem. over 19 million people altogether! According to the National Institute of Mental Health's research, anxiety disorders are the second most common mental health issue among American men and women, after alcohol and drug abuse.

Nearly twice as many women as men experience worry and stress. Even depression is outnumbered by anxiety disorders as the most prevalent mental illness in the country. Adults over 65 years old most frequently experience anxiety as a mental health problem.

The U.S. loses $46.6 billion a year due to anxiety problems. Before receiving a proper diagnosis, patients with anxiety issues typically see five doctors.

Unfortunately, stress and anxiety go hand in hand. Anxiety is one of the main signs of stress. And 80 percent of all illnesses are caused, directly or indirectly, by stress.
Stress is more harmful than we previously realized.

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