What can you do to lessen this fear or worry? Is this a long term or a short term fix? What can I do to prevent this worry or fear from recurring?
If you feel like worrying is useful but it’s still taking over your life, try setting aside a specific time each day as your worry time. Then, if you start worrying outside of that time, write down whatever you’re thinking about in a notepad or on your phone. [9] X Expert Source Chloe Carmichael, PhDLicensed Clinical Psychologist, Author of Nervous Energy Expert Interview.
Try making a list of positive things you can focus on instead of worrying. Then, when you start feeling anxious, choose one of the things on that list to think about instead. [11] X Expert Source Chloe Carmichael, PhDLicensed Clinical Psychologist, Author of Nervous Energy Expert Interview.
Talk to your doctor about the different types of medications used to treat anxiety. SSRIs and SNRIs are antidepressants sometimes prescribed for anxiety; SSRIs help boost serotonin, while SNRIs increase norepinephrine and serotonin. Other medications used to treat anxiety include benzodiazepines and beta-blockers.
