How do you know if you're experiencing anxiety amidst news of war and the rising cost of living?

In Usap Tayo, we discussed how the constant cycle of news, from global conflicts to the rising cost of living, can shift from normal concern into overwhelming anxiety.

More Than Just News Fatigue: When World Events and Cost of Living Become Anxiety Credit: RDNE Stock project /Pexels

Key Points

• It is natural to feel stressed about war or prices, but it may be anxiety if you experience "doomscrolling," persistent "what-if" thoughts about the future, or physical symptoms like trouble sleeping that don't go away.
• Mental health experts often suggest seeking support if these feelings are constant, occur most of the time for two weeks or more, and start to prevent you from doing daily tasks or enjoying time with family.
• You don't have to wait for a crisis to seek help. Start by talking to your GP about a Mental Health Care Plan, or reach out to free services like Medicare Mental Health (1800 595 212) or Beyond Blue (1300 224 636) for immediate guidance.

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Paano malalaman kung nakakaranas ka na ng anxiety sa gitna ng mga balita ng giyera at pagtaas ng cost of living?

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