6 Habits That Are Making Your Anxiety Worse

Yellow Star Yellow Star Excessive anxiety is a problem. Several reasons can create anxiety, but some behaviors can exacerbate it. by Abhishek Singh Sep 20 2023

Binary Thinking

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Avoidance

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Seeking reassurance

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Catastrophizing

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Negative self-talk

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People-pleasing

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